Ayushi Rawat, Author at IELTS BAND7

CUE CARD – Describe a time when you observed the stars

December 14, 2023 Ayushi Rawat

Speaking -Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a time when you observed the stars

Where did you observe the stars?

Where and with whom you went?

Could you let me know what you observed?

And explain how you felt when you saw the stars.

Sample Answer

Since childhood, I had an immense interest in aeronautical science. Information related to space would always fascinate me. I guess, I inherited this interest from my grandfather who would always share stories related to planets and stars. He used to work at the space research team in India. My grandfather has narrated to me the numerous benefits of sky gazing. According to him, if anyone is searching for peace, calm, and a sense of purpose during this period of immense chaos, sky gazing proves to be the best alternative as it helps to our minds and rejuvenate our spirits. Apart from that, it makes us more compassionate towards others. I can easily recall many incidents when I would observe stars with my grandfather. But today, I will be mentioning a time when I observe stars with my grandfather. But today, I will be mentioning a time when I observed the stars alone. It was in 2021, I used to work as an accountant in a company. I had a hectic day at work and was completely drained out. After having dinner I went straight to the terrace where I usually have a stroll. I plugged in earphones and tuned into my favorite song. While walking I was gazing at the sky. Meanwhile, I noticed a bright light falling from the sky, at first I thought it was just a light pole but I was wrong. Watching closely I realized it was a shooting star. Some say that shooting stars can fulfill a wish hence I quickly made a wish. I am not sure whether it is going to get fulfilled but still I did it. After spending an hour on the terrace I felt relaxed and more rejuvenated than before. I think sky gazing therapy is quite underrated if compared with its benefits. I have recommended this activity to my friends and colleagues to which I have recommended this activity to my friends and colleagues to which I have received a good respond.

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 OBSERVED THE STARS.’
Q1. Why do people like to study the sky?
Well I suppose, People study it for various reasons. One primary reason is my personal love for the field. Besides, that is to understand everything that we observe in the Universe. By studying the cosmos beyond our planet, we can get to know where we came from, where we are going, and how physics works under conditions that are possible to recreate on Earth.

Q2. Do you know any story related to planets?
Unfortunately, I don’t know any story related to planets. However, I vividly remember watching a cartoon when I was a child. The snow had one savior who used to safeguard his planet from aliens whose only aim was to take precious metal from the Earth.

Q3. Would children be benefited from watching stars?

Certainly, they will get to learn about various stars’ patterns formed in the sky. Besides, they will learn how sailors used to navigate by looking at the stars before the invention of the compass.

Q4. Would you like to watch movies on planet?

Definitely, I would love to as mentioned before I am very much interested to learn about planets. I have watched many Hollywood movies about space and found them really gripping. I reckon movies are among the best mediums to share information and inspire people to do something good for the community.

Word	Meaning	Example
Aeronautical	A science dealing with the operation of aircraft.	He went on to study aeronautical engineering at the Air Force Academy
Rejuvenated	To make somebody/something feel or look younger	The exercise and fresh air rejuvenated me

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CUE CARD – Describe a historic place you know

December 11, 2023 Ayushi Rawat

Speaking -Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a historic place you know

What kind of place it is?

What does it look like?

Where it is?

And explain how the place is related to history

Sample Answer

Historic structures serve as a reminder of our rich history and former splendour. Since I was little, I have always been fascinated by history. I used to read a lot and study the history of ancient times. I never pass up the opportunity to tour historical sites. It’s an intriguing encounter. I paid my aunt, who resides in Delhi, a visit last year. I had the chance to explore the Red Fort, one of India’s most popular tourist destinations, there. It is among the world’s seven wonders. It’s a massive red-painted palace. It was our first visit there. The enormous gate that welcomed us was a stunning work of art. Many notable historical buildings remain, including Hira Mahal, Mumtaz Mahal, Rang Mahal, Meena Bazaar, and many more, despite the fact that the majority of buildings are either shattered or severely damaged. With a long history, Meena Bazaar is a well regarded destination for retrophiliac and antiquarian enthusiasts. In the past, it was mostly exclusive to women—royal ladies and noblemen’s wives, to start. It used to happen exclusively on designated days of the week or at significant occasions. Nowadays, Meena Bazar is held every day from the afternoon till the evening, which has somewhat modified the situation. In addition to the massive garden’s doubled attractiveness due to its abundance of seasonal flowers and plants, I also saw a few peacocks. Overall, the Red Fort is a symbol of great Mughal architecture and prowess in the past.

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 HISTORIC PLACE YOU KNOW.’
Q1. How do you feel about the preservation of historic structures in your country?
Since it exposes historical events and helps us comprehend who we are, where we’ve come from, and perhaps even where we’re going, Second, they are one of the prominent tourist attractions that generate a considerable amount of GDP and are a source of livelihood for the natives.

Q2. Do you think people should learn about history?
Certainly, studying history allows us to observe and understand our past better so that we can learn from mistakes and figure out rational steps for the future. Learning history will allow us to understand how our ancestors lived and behaved, as well as the similarities we have.

Word	Meaning	Example
Antiquarian	A person who studies or collect in antiques or rare books	Antiquarian booksellers are usually old
Splendour	Magnificence	Due to high tourism this place has lost much of its original splendour.

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CUE CARD – Talk about a time when you gave advice to someone

December 5, 2023 Ayushi Rawat

Speaking -Part 2 (Cue Card)

Talk about a time when you gave an advice to someone

Who did you advise?

What was the advice?

How was it helpful?

How did he/she feel about it?

Sample Answer

Well, it is good to give advice to our loved ones when they are in trouble or confused. Many times I have given advice to my relatives, but now I would like to share an incident when I gave advice to my niece. When he had completed his primary education, he had to choose his major. He was confused about whether to choose business studies or the science stream. I shared all the opportunities and obstacles. Moreover, I suggested that he look for his interests before choosing subjects. I gave that advice to him because there was no one in his family to huide him about his vocation. I was delighted after giving that suggestion to him because it is good to help somebody when needed. My niece thanked me a lot, as he found very useful.

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 ‘Talk about a time when you gave advice to someone’
Q1. What kind of advice do parents give to their children?
Parents usually advise abbout career and seriousness in life. Well if I take my example, my parents have always advised me to be a confident and noble person. To be less spendthrift is another common advice that I receive every time from my parents.

Q2. Is it good to give advice?
In my opinion, it is good to give advice but only when someone asks for it. Also, if the person is truly seeking help in solving a problem then advice might be appreciated.

Word	Meaning	Example
Obstacles	hurdles, barriers	There are numerous obstacles in one’s life.
Delighted	happy, very pleased	I was delighted at the news of a success.

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CUE CARD – Describe a time when you had a disagreement with someone

November 28, 2023 Ayushi Rawat

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Describe a time when you had a disagreement with someone

Who was the person

Why did you have the disagreement

Was the issue resolved?

Sample Answer

Well,everyone has a different opinion, which can cause disagreements. Almost everyone
has had a disagreement once in their life. I vividly remember that after completing 12th
grade, I decided to go abroad for further education because of the lack of good infrastructure in my country and the enormous opportunities available in foreign countries. But my friend suggested that I not go out but rather stay and study in India. He also shared several demerits of studying in a foreign country, for instance, brain drain, expense, cultural difference, and many more. Gradually, it became a screaming match. A wise man jumped into our conversation. After hearing both sides, he suggested that the benefits of studying abroad outweigh its drawbacks. We can take various measures to overcome drawbacks, such as the fact that after completing our education, we can come back to our native country and use our education and skills for the betterment of the country. Later on, the dispute was settled. To conclude,there is nothing wrong with disagreements, but we should try to solve them peacefully.

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 had a disagreement with someone’
Q1. How to solve a disagreement peacefully?
People tend to disagree when they don’t understand each other so first, seek to
understand and appreciate. Secondly, to solve a disagreement is to use positive language
and look for similarities, not differences.

Q2. What do you do when you have a disagreement with your parents?
To be honest, I hate conflict of any sort. I am the kind of person who would go and
apologise. I guess through effective communication and boundaries, one can disagree in a
respectful way with parents.