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CUE CARD – Describe an advertisement that you don’t like.

December 22, 2025 IELTS Research

Speaking -Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe an advertisement that you don’t like. You should say:

When did you see it?

What it is about?

Where you saw it?

Why you didn’t like it?

Sample Answer

Advertisements are the heart and soul of business as it aids in generating the revenue and a good customer base. In this modern era, advertising firms are broadcasting their advertisements in a luring manner. Well, I am a movie buff. I vividly remember a time when I was watching a movie by being a couch potato on a lazy weekend, an ad popped up on my laptop’s screen and it was stating about a face cream which will eventually helps a person to become fair in complexion, which according to me was so demeaning because it was something promoting that fair complexion is all that matters. In that ad a girl who had dusky colour was worked out as she was not fair. So her friend came up to her and gave her the cream named FAIR AND LOVELY. Though that costed her an arm and a leg but she somehow purchased it and after applying it for one entire month she didn’t get any kind of change which made her even more sad.
After viewing these derogatory things I felt blue because complexion is something that an individual cannot change and should not even try to alter it. Complexion is an individuals identity.

STRONG WORDS

Word	Meaning	Sentence
Broadcasting	The transmission of programmes or information by radio or television.	The cooking show will be broadcasted tonight at 8:00 P.M.
Demeaning	causing someone to lose their dignity and the respect of others.	The seminar was not demeaning to elderly.

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 an advertisement that you don’t like’.

Q1. Do people usually buy stuff after watching advertisements?

Well in my opinion it varies from individual to individual. Few folks are inclined towards purchasing goods after viewing the advertisements because they consider it as the clear picture of the product but on the flip side of the coin few people prefer to visit the store and look for the product in a tangible way and then make a decision regarding its purchase.

Q2. Is music useful in advertising?

Yes, undoubtedly music plays a crucial role in advertisements because without it the ad will be a dumb show. Good music always catch the attention of a person and the basic motive of ad is to lure the intending customer.

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CUE CARD – Describe an invention that has changed the way people live their lives.

December 20, 2025 IELTS Research

Speaking -Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe an invention that has changed the way people live their lives.

You should say:

What it is?

How it has changed people’s lives?

What benefits did it bring ?

Explain if it is more important for younger people or older people.

Sample Answer

Well, as we are living in the 21st century
it is really common for us to hear about certain new inventions every now and then, but I would like to mention one such invention which has persuaded people to change their lifestyle and that invention is of the Internet.
The Internet has influenced many sectors of work, buisness education, healthcare and also the way people communicate. Nowadays, oh as we all know how easy and secure money transaction has become, thanks to the Internet .Furthermore , infinite information
can be accessed in Just in a few clicks which
has eradicated the process of scanning tons of books for information. Apart from this the convenience with which we can connect to different people around the world has made it a lot easier for buisnesses to grow globally , loved ones to stay connected , and different people from different cultures to come together. Last but not least the younger generation is more fascinated by internet because they get access to several entertainment platforms like social media ,Ott and gaming.

STRONG WORDS

Word	Meaning	Sentence
Persuaded	Make someone to do something	Raman persuaded Neeta that he was right.
Platform	An opportunity to voice one’s views	College will provide a platform for startup funding.

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 an invention that has changed the way people live their lives’.

Q1. How has technology made our life easier?

The advancement of technology has made our daily life very convenient as we we can complete several tasks in just a few steps including shopping online , contacting friends on video call ,Transfer loads of information into any corner of the world and many more.

Q2. Is it hard for older people to accept new technologies?

Definitely yes, as with growing age our brain functioning also gets slow so it makes it difficult for older people to adapt to the new gadgets and inventions as they are not accustomed to using those but i believe with a little guidance and practice they may learn about the basic functions of every gadget.

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CUE CARD – Describe a time when you were stuck in a traffic jam

December 19, 2025 IELTS Research

Speaking -Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a time when you were stuck in a traffic jam.

You should say:

When and where it happened?

How long you were in the traffic jam?

What you did while waiting?

And explain how you felt when you were in that traffic jam.

Once, I got stuck in a big traffic jam on a super hot day. The cars hardly moved, and everyone was honking and getting mad. We didn’t know why the traffic was so bad. It felt like time was going really slow, and I was getting really impatient. I tried listening to music, but it didn’t help much.

While we were stuck, I saw how cars were trying to go around each other. Some drivers looked annoyed, while others seemed to get it. I even talked to the person in the car next to me about past times when we were stuck in traffic.

Finally, after a really long time, the traffic started moving again. It was a big relief to get out of the jam. This whole thing taught me that unexpected stuff can test how patient we are. Getting stuck in traffic showed me how people act differently in the same situation, and it reminded me that life can be really tricky to figure out.

STRONG WORDS

Word	Meaning	Sentence
Impatient	feeling restless	Rohan became impatient when his father didn’t pick his call.
Unexpected	likely to happen	For me, it was totally unexpected to win the competition.

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 were stuck in a traffic jam’.

Q1. Are traffic jams common in your city?

Yes, traffic jams are pretty common in my city. There are so many cars on the road, and sometimes the roads need repairs, which can slow things down. When many people are driving at the same time, it can get really crowded and slow-moving. People here are used to facing this every day.

Q2. What can be done to improve traffic?

To make traffic better, we can have more buses and trains so people don’t use their cars as much. Fixing and making roads bigger would help too. Using smart systems to control traffic can make things smoother. Sharing rides and riding bikes could also reduce cars. And if people work at different times, there won’t be so much traffic all together.

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CUE CARD – Describe an interesting neighbour

December 18, 2025 IELTS Research

Speaking -Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe an interesting neighbour.

You should say:

How long you have known this neighbour?

What sort of person he/she is?

How often do you see him/her?

And explain what kind of relationship you have with him/her OR explain why you consider this person to be an interesting neighbour?

Ankush is like a scientist who loves exploring the deep ocean. I know him since past 5 years. He goes on cool trips to learn about underwater stuff and even found a new kind of jellyfish that glows! What’s awesome is that Ankush turns his backyard into a fun class where our kids can learn about the ocean and how to help take care of it. He talks about sharks, those colorful reefs, and what we can do to keep the oceans clean. You can tell he’s really excited about his job, and when he tells us about his adventures, it’s like we’re going on a cool journey too. So, having Ankush as our neighbor is like having a super friendly teacher and an explorer right next door!

STRONG WORDS

Word	Meaning	Sentence
Ubiquitous	Something that is present or found everywhere, all the time.	Smartphones have become ubiquitous in our modern lives.
Ephemeral	Something that is short-lived or lasts only for a brief period.	A rainbow after a rain shower is an example of an ephemeral phenomenon.

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 an interesting neighbour’.

Q1. Do you think neighbors are important?

Sure! Neighbors are like nearby friends. They help keep our area safe and can give us a hand when we need it. Being friendly with them makes our place nice to live, and we can share things with each other. So, yes, neighbors are pretty important!

Q2. Do most Indians know their neighbours?

In India, lots of people know their neighbors. In small places, they’re often friendly and help each other. In big cities, it’s not as common because everyone’s busy, but some still try to be friends. It’s different for everyone, but knowing neighbours is usually a good thing in India.