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CUE CARD – Describe a problem you had while shopping online

September 12, 2023 IELTS Research

Speaking -Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a problem you had while shopping online.

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

Once, while shopping online for a new laptop, I encountered an unexpected problem. I had carefully researched and selected a model that met my requirements and budget. Excitedly, I added it to my cart, proceeded to checkout, and completed the payment process.

However, the problem arose when I received the confirmation email. To my surprise, the email listed a different laptop model from the one I had chosen. Concerned, I immediately contacted customer support. The response was delayed, and when it finally came, it lacked a proper solution. This began a frustrating cycle of back-and-forth emails, each response taking longer than the last.

Eventually, after several days of trying to resolve the issue, I decided to call customer support. This turned out to be a tedious process, as I had to navigate through various automated options before finally reaching a human representative. They acknowledged the mistake and assured me that the correct laptop would be shipped.

Despite the inconvenience, the situation highlighted the importance of thorough checking and timely customer support. It also underscored the challenges of online shopping, where mistakes can happen due to technical glitches or miscommunication. The experience taught me to keep a record of all interactions and to be persistent when resolving such issues.

In the end, the correct laptop did arrive, and I appreciated the device, but the ordeal left me more cautious when making online purchases and wary of potential mishaps.

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?’.

Q1. What’s the difference between shopping online and in-store?

Online shopping is when you buy things on the computer, and they’re sent to your home. In-store shopping is when you go to a real store to buy things you can touch and take home right away. Online is easy and delivered, while in-store is hands-on and fast.

Q2. What problems do customers go through when shopping?

People can have problems like not finding what they want, waiting in lines, or things not looking like they thought. Sometimes, stuff doesn’t work or costs more than expected. Getting help might be hard too. It can be confusing or take a long time to fix these issues.

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Near Ballupur Chowk, Dehradun

9634777700

7249900007

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Parsvnath Plaza, Saharanpur

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CUE CARD – Describe a time when you helped a child.

August 20, 2023 IELTS Research

Speaking -Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a time when you helped a child.

You should say:

When it was?

How you helped him/her?

Why you helped him/her?

And how you felt about it?

Sample Answer

Once upon a sunny day, I saw a little kid who looked lost in a big park. The kid seemed really worried and was looking around with watery eyes. I went up to them and squatted down to talk, giving them a friendly smile. I asked if everything was okay and where their family might be. The kid slowly told me they got separated from their parents while playing.

In a soft voice, I said things would get better. I asked for their parents’ names and tried calling them, but nobody answered. I thought the kid might be getting even more worried, so I suggested we go to the park’s help center. Holding their hand, we walked there and talked to the people working. They made an announcement on the speakers, saying the parents’ names and where they were.

Not long after, the kid’s parents hurried to the help center, looking worried but happy when they saw the child. They hugged them tight and said thanks a lot for taking care of them. Seeing the family back together made me feel really good, and I was happy I could help when they were so worried. As they left, I couldn’t help but smile, feeling glad that I could bring some peace to the kid and their family.

STRONG WORDS

Word	Meaning	Sentence
Announcement	A formal statement about an occurrence	Government announced about the new norms yesterday.
Worried	troubled about potential problems	Unemployed people are worried due to lack of job opportunities.

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 helped a child’.

Q1. Should parents teach kids to help others?

Teaching kids to help others is important. It helps them become kind, caring people and makes the world better. For example, when kids share their toys with a friend, they learn how good it feels to make someone happy.

Q2. Do people do more good work now as compared to the past?

People are still doing good things, just like before. There are more chances now, but problems continue. People keep trying to make the world better. Just like in the past, people today volunteer to clean up parks, showing that the desire to do good hasn’t changed.

IELTS Band 7 Dehradun
Near Ballupur Chowk, Dehradun

9634777700

7249900007

IELTS Band 7 Saharanpur
Parsvnath Plaza, Saharanpur

email: info@ieltsband7.com

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

August 1, 2023 IELTS Research

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.

IELTS Band 7 Dehradun
Near Ballupur Chowk, Dehradun

9634777700

7249900007

IELTS Band 7 Saharanpur
Parsvnath Plaza, Saharanpur

email: info@ieltsband7.com

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CUE CARD – Describe a time when you helped a child.

June 19, 2023 IELTS Research

Speaking -Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a time when you helped a child.

You should say:

When it was?

How did you help him or her?

Why did you help him or her?

Sample Answer

Helping others is one of the ways that people can feel satisfied and can help them meet new people and establish new connections. To be truthful, it is said that performing acts of kindness and helping others boosts one’s mood and makes one more upbeat. By God’s grace, I have been able to serve many individuals since I frequently enjoy helping others. Likewise, I would be sharing a time when I helped a young person. A few days ago, on the way home from work, I stopped by the nearby mall to do some window shopping. Due to the weekend, it was highly crowded. As I was looking over the recent additions, I noticed a young child who appeared perplexed and anxious. I continued to watch him in the hopes that his guardian would show up, but sadly, nobody did. In light of the widespread offences, I felt compelled to step in as I became concerned. I couldn’t leave the child there by himself. I asked about the circumstances and learned that he was with his parents and secretly went to the children’s area. Now that he has lost track of them, I took matters into my own hands and escorted him to the mall’s security office, where his parents were desperately waiting for their child, they were relieved to see their son. They praised me for my assistance and support, the best part was the hug that I welcomed from that naïve soul which made my day.

STRONG WORDS

Word	Meaning	Sentence
Upbeat	Cheerful	I prefer stories with an upbeat ending.
Perplexed	Confused	The customer gave a perplexed look.

Q1. Do you like helping others?

Certainly, I enjoy assisting others because I think it is one of the best methods to calm oneself and spread positivity. People frequently feel happy after helping someone else.

Q2. Should parents teach helping others to their children?

Definitely parents should teach their kids to respect help others. As parents are child’s first teacher. Children often imitate what they learn from their parents so it’s vital for parents to instill moral values and ethics in their children.

Q3. Do you think nowadays people do more good work as compared to the past?

I do think there are some people who sincerely wish to help others. In contrast to the past, where individuals focused more on helping others than filming or utilising it for fame, there are still some people who enjoy helping but frequently bring their cameras with them and video themselves doing it in order to achieve recognition.

Q4. Will you help others in the future?

Undoubtedly, as i indicated in the above answers, I love helping others and I feel optimistic and aspire to help more in the future.

IELTS Band 7 Dehradun
Near Ballupur Chowk, Dehradun

9634777700

7249900007

IELTS Band 7 Saharanpur
Parsvnath Plaza, Saharanpur

email: info@ieltsband7.com

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