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CUE CARD – Describe an important thing you learnt but not at school or college.

September 19, 2023 IELTS Research

Speaking -Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe an important thing you learnt but not at school or college.

You should say:

When did you learn it?

How did you learn it?

Why did you think it was important to learn it?

How you felt when you learnt it?

Sample Answer

One important lesson I’ve learned outside of school is the power of resilience. It’s like learning to bounce back when life throws challenges at you. In real life, I’ve faced difficult situations and setbacks that textbooks can’t prepare you for. It taught me the value of not giving up and staying strong in tough times. It’s about facing problems with a positive attitude and not letting them bring you down. This lesson has been crucial in my life, helping me navigate through various challenges, stay motivated, and grow as a person. It’s like a secret superpower that everyone should cultivate.

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 important thing you learnt but not at school or college?’.

Q1. What can children learn from parents?

Parents teach kids important values like being kind and honest. They also show them how to do everyday things like cooking and cleaning. Parents pass on family traditions and help kids learn about their culture.

Q2. Is it necessary for adults to learn new skills?

Yes, grown-ups should learn new things. It helps with work, dealing with new technology, and personal growth. Learning new skills as adults also keeps our minds active, boosts confidence, and opens up new opportunities, making life more fulfilling and enjoyable. It’s an ongoing journey of self-improvement.

Word	Meaning	Example
Acquire	To gain or obtain new knowledge or skills	He acquired French quickly
Proficiency	The level of expertise or competence in a particular skill or area	I have attained proficiency in writing essays.

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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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CUE CARD – Describe a place you visited where the air was polluted.

August 30, 2023 IELTS Research

Speaking -Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a place you visited where the air was polluted.

You should say:

Where the place is?

When you visited?

Why the air was not good?

And explain how you felt about the place.

Sample Answer

With 8 Billion people living on our planet Earth, there isn’t much that’s left untouched by all of the humans. We need to exploit the earth’s resources in order to fulfill our daily basic needs. This is one of the main reasons as to why the pollution has grown so much throughout the years. I vividly remember that I went to Delhi, the capital of our nation, a few years ago with my family to meet some of our relatives who live there. As soon as we stepped into that city, we could feel the suffocation in the environment. There were so many people everywhere. The number of vehicles on the road was also enormous. We were stuck in the traffic jam for about 3 hours. To be exact about it, we entered Delhi at 4 pm but couldn’t reach our destination until 7:00 pm. The pollution caused by the rising population was quite evident in this metropolitan city. We couldn’t even breathe properly. Due to the pollution, we were feeling more hot and sweaty. After this trip me along with my family decided to not visit Delhi frequently as it was not our cup of tea. The government needs to consider the pollution there and take preventive measures to secure it from further exploitation.

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 you visited where the air was polluted’.

Q1. Is there more pollution now than in the past?

Definitely, it is an undeniable fact that the pollution has grown so much ever since humans have advanced in all the aspects of life. There is a huge difference between the older time period and now. Nothing is as fresh and pollution free as it used to be in the older days. Even the population has increased very rapidly.

Q2. In what wats can air pollution be reduced effectively?

According to me there are plenty of ways to reduce the pollution. Firstly, people should avoid using private vehicles and switch to public ones.
People can start planting as much as possible and the factories or power plants must install air and water purifiers.

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CUE CARD – Describe an interesting neighbour

August 28, 2023 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?

Sample Answer

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.

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