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CUE CARD – Describe a problem you had while shopping online or in a store.

March 27, 2023 IELTS Research

Speaking -Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a problem you had while shopping online or in a store.

You should say:

When did it happen?

What did you buy?

What problem did you have?

And explain how you felt about the experience?

Sample Answer

With the advent of advanced technology, online shopping is something which is a trend these days and probably a forever one. But everything has its pros and cons, just like the two faces of coin. Today, I would like to throw some light on an incident which happened while shopping on an online platform.

So, this incident happened last month when I was randomly scrolling through some outfits when I came across a beautiful Indo western dress and without doubting it for a second, I quickly made the payment and was excited. But the delivery date at which the product was previously supposed to arrive was delayed by five days, which made me sad. Still, I did not lose my calm and waited for it until the product was delivered to my doorstep. To my astonishment, when I unpacked it, I was really annoyed as the product was not the same as it was shown online. The color was different, and the quality was even worse.

Disappointed with the product, I decided to get my refund but there was not any response. After consistent calling, they finally understood and assured me of the full refund. But I had to wait for days before I finally got my money back in my bank account.

Thus, this was a time when I was in dilemma while shopping online.

STRONG WORDS

Word	Meaning	Sentence
Dilemma	quandary	I was in a financial dilemma last year.
Advent	arrival	The advent of digitalization is a bane on the older generation.

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 problem you had while shopping online or in a store.’

Q1. What is the difference between shopping online or in store?
There is a huge difference. First and foremost, e- shopping is quite convenient as we do it from the comfort of our home while offline shopping is really time consuming. Secondly, sometimes the products that we purchase in a store are too costly whereas in digital shopping, the price of the products is quite affordable.

Q2. What problems do customers often face while shopping?
There are innumerable problems that one may face while shopping like, hefty traffic on the way to the market followed by unfavorable weather conditions. On the contrary, issues like poor internet connection, bad refund policies on defected items or delayed commodities are faced while online shopping.

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CUE CARD – Describe a plant, vegetable or crop that you are familiar with.

March 25, 2023 IELTS Research

Speaking -Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a plant, vegetable or crop that you are familiar with.

You should say:

What is it and where does it grow?

How did you become familiar with it?

What do you like or dislike about it?

And explain why this is important for your country.

Sample Answer

India is a tropical country and so it experiences a myriad of weather conditions. As a result, we enjoy a wide variety of vegetation. But today I would like to talk about a plant which is critical to Indians. The plant’s name is Aloevera and contains medicinal properties.

I first came to know about it when I visited my grandmother’s place a few years ago. She is a plantsman and so gardening is her niche. So, on a fine Sunday morning, she woke me up early and took me to the kitchen garden in the back of her house where my attention was quickly grabbed by the shrubby and green in color. When I asked her about it, she told me about the benefits of the plant like how helpful it is in treating skin injuries, like burns and cuts as it has a cooling effect. Moreover, it is anti- inflammatory and deals with digestive problems as well. I can still recall that during my teenage days, I used to be very disappointed because of the acne that I had on my face. It was at that time when I started applying Aloe vera gel on my face and it really worked and within a week I had clear skin. Ever since then it has become an integral part of my daily routine before going to bed.

What I really like about the plant is its ability to cure skin problems, like oil control and itching or allergies that are mostly experienced in scorching heat of summers. But what I do not enjoy about it is the stickiness that it contains as it leaves my hand a bit messy and sticky. The plant is vital to our country because of its gregarious nature and acts as a great home remedy.

STRONG WORDS

Word	Meaning	Sentence
Gregarious	Found everywhere	Locusts are gregarious pests.
Integral	Fundamental	Exercise is an integral part of my daily routine.

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 plant, vegetable or crop that you are familiar with.’

Q1. Do people in your country like to grow plants at home?
Well, not everyone. But yes, some people really enjoy growing plants at home as part of their hobby or interest like money plants, Basil and many more.

Q2. Do old people grow plants?
Old people cherish planting new seeds and trees probably because of the verdant environment in which they have spent their childhood days.

Q3. What is the main plant of your country?
I am not sure, but probably lotus because it is the national flower of our country. It is pink or white in color and grows in lakes or ponds. It has some antioxidants which are helpful in dealing with the issues related to skin.

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CUE CARD – Describe something that you did with someone / A group of people

March 25, 2023 Ayushi Rawat

Speaking -Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe something that you did with someone / A group of people

You should say:

What it was?

Who you did it with?

How long it took you to do?

And explain why you did it together?

Sample Answer

Every everyone has at least once in their lives experience working in a group, whether it be at the office or at school. Working in a group has its own advantages because it develops leadership abilities and teaches how to communicate ideas clearly. But for someone like myself, it can be an onerous task to cooperate in order to reach a shared objective. As an introvert, making friends has always been difficult for me to do.When I was in my third year of graduating in 2019. Our college had a cultural event, and the decision was made to split the duties among the students in order to oversee everything and make sure there wouldn’t be any casualties. An instructor formed a group of five students and allocated them various tasks. It was undoubtedly tough for me at first, but with the support of my teammates, I was able to give it my all. Fortunately, we were triumphant in completing the task at hand and received praise from the HOD. Moreover, it was crucial for me to gain group experience and come out of my shell because it made it easier for me to make friends, stimulate my personal development, and lessen stress.

STRONG WORDS

Word	Meaning	Sentence
Out of the shell	Out of your comfort level	In order to achieve success one has to get out of their shell .
Onerous	Difficult	At first Learning English was onerous task for me But with support and guidance of my teacher I was able to ace it.
Thick and thin	Under all circumstances , no matter what	My best friend has supported me through Thick and thin

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 something that you did with someone / A group of people’

Q1. How do children learn to cooperate with other people?
Working in groups teaches children how to cooperate with others and enhances their social skills and communication abilities.

Q2. How do neighbours help each other?
Neighbours are considered our first relatives they assist one another, by staying with each other. Neighbours can be helpful At a time of an emergency And generally looking after your property.
Neighbours are regarded as our first blood relations since they support one another by sticking through thick and thin. Neighbours can be useful when there is a crisis Moreover looking after your home at your absence.

Q3. How do you get along with your neighbours?
Well, some people are very Fortunate to have great neighbours that they interact with them every day my neighbours are quite kind and helpful. Most significantly, because they are not nosy, they are aware of their boundaries.

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CUE CARD – Describe a situation when you enjoyed free time/describe something you did in your spare time during childhood.

March 20, 2023 IELTS Research

Speaking -Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a situation when you enjoyed free time/ describe something you did in your spare time during childhood.

You should say:

When it was?

Where were you?

What you did?

How did you feel about it?

Sample Answer 1

Well, I am a workaholic. So, I usually do not get enough time to relax. But today I would like to talk about a time when I relished my free time. It was a typical Saturday, and I was alone at home feeling bored until one of my childhood cronies called me up and decided to hang out with me. Since I abstain from going outdoors, I invited her to my place, and we spent the whole day chatting with each other.

We started our day by having some starters followed by dancing to some good music. Then we both watched our favorite web series on Netflix named, big bang theory and laughed like lunatics. After watching a few episodes, we both had a long conversation about our personal lives and issues. It was quite wholesome actually, spending time with a good old friend and reliving those school memories. The day was more like a trip back to memory lane.

Moreover, she made me understand that there is more to life than work. I was enthralled and lived up to the fullest. For a brief moment I forgot that there is work to do as well and was absolutely rejuvenated by the experience. Our day ended well with a great dinner and sleepover at my place itself. Thus, this was a time when I enjoyed my free time.

STRONG WORDS

Word	Meaning	Sentence
Abstain	Avoid, refrain	I abstain from having too much fast food.
Lunatic	crazy	Rajesh is a lunatic.
Relish	enjoy	I relish eating French delicacies.

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 situation when you enjoyed free time/ describe something you did in your spare time during childhood.’

Q1. What do people like to do in their free time?

It depends on person to person. But mostly individuals indulge in recreational activities such as painting, sketching, writing journals and many more.

Q2. Are most people able to manage their free time?

Well, I do not think so because nowadays, people have grown to become more goal oriented. As a result, they have developed to be work maniacs to such an extent that even on a free day like Sunday, they prefer getting done with the work rather than enjoying the day and getting themselves rejuvenated for Monday.

Q3. Is free time good for students?

Definitely, students need free time as it is important for their overall development because in their spare time, they get to take part in extracurricular activities such as literary events and sports. Moreover, it gives them a break from their endless syllabus and stressful assignments and projects.

Sample Answer 2

Due to the present sedentary lifestyle, it has become vital to have free time to feel rejuvenated. I am a working professional, so I don’t get much free time; however, whenever I get free time, I try to spend it wisely. During the lockdown, I had sufficient time, so I decided to use that free time in a productive way. I didn’t know how to cook, so I thought I’d try my hand at it. I chose to cook an unfamiliar dish, which was dumplings. My mother is extremely good at cooking and an expert, so I considered learning it from her. A dumpling is a small mass of dough that can be boiled, fried, baked, or steamed. My mother taught me the easiest way, and it turned out to be extremely delectable. She shared her best recipes with me, and now I can firmly say that cooking is something that I enjoy doing.

STRONG WORDS

Word	Meaning	Sentence
Delectable	Delicious	My mother cooks delectable food.
Sedentary	Inactive	Sedentary lifestyles have become one of the major issues that the young generation is dealing with.
Rejuvenated	Refreshed	I feel rejuvenated whenever I spend time with my pet.

Q1.What do people in your country like to do when free?

Well, it depends on the individual. There are those who love to drive or ride bikes. I have a couple of neighbours who really love to go sailing and fishing too. Especially on the weekends, when it comes to me, it really varies; it depends upon my mood. Sometimes I watch cartoons, and a few times I play video games as I have a PlayStation.

Q2. Do you think parents should make plans for their children?

I would partially agree with the statement. If the child is quite serious and ambitious about his career, parents need not interfere, but if the situation is completely opposite, they must guide the child in his future plans.

Q3. Are most people able to manage their free time?

I reckon managing time is not everybody’s cup of tea; one really has to practice discipline and be consistent at whatever work he does.

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9634777700

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