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IELTS Cue Card 2024: Describe an advertisement that you don’t like.

September 16, 2025 IELTS Research

Describe an advertisement that you don’t like.

You should say:

When did you see it ?

What is it about ?

Where you saw it/ how you came to know about it ?

Why you didn’t like it ?

Sample Answer

Well, I generally don’t like to watch many advertisements because I believe they are simply a waste of time & in turn lure people to buy unnecessary items. Although some ads are quite informative and genuine, but at the same time most of them just provide fake scenarios. Today, I would like to talk about one such advertisement which I really dislike whenever it is on air. It is an advertisement about Pan masala. It is endorsed by the top most celebrities of our country. They present that deadly tobacco packets in such a way that it lures the youngsters of the nation to try it. The people of our country are very much into imitating the doings of some famous celebrities, and when these deadly cancer causing products are showcased by them, it is hard for people to resist. The pan masala is said to be saffron-infused and designed under the theme of “Daane-Daane Mein Kesar Ka Dam”. Although the precautions clearly state that it contains tobacco and it may cause cancer. I believe these big shots should not promote such deadly products which affects the health of the people. It contains portions of tobacco, hence it is highly recommended to place it within reach of children. After having several warnings the product is still endorsed as a fit to consume item. I feel disheartening because such a dangerous product is endorsed by the idols of our country and this fascinated the teenagers, which in turn affect their overall health. Nowadays, this ad can be seen on most of the social networking sites like YouTube and Instagram. I wish there was a method that allowed us to ban several ads if they use false means to sell the product.

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Part 3 Follow-Up Questions

Q.1 Why do some people hate advertisements ?

I believe most people get irritated with ads while they are watching some movie or there favorite TV shows, because most of the ads are repetitive and take up a lot of time.

Q.2 Is music helpful in advertising?

Yes, I believe music plays a vital role in any advertisement as it adds meaning to it.

Q.3 Where usually do we see adverts ?

We see ads all around us – on television, roadsides, newspapers, social networking sites, on phones through sms and as flyers.

Q.4 Are there any advertisements at school ?

Sometimes, supermarkets and fast food outlets give money to schools and open there outlets in schools. This is a way of advertising their products.

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IELTS Cue Card 2024: DESCRIBE A SKILL YOU ARE GOOD AT.

September 15, 2025 IELTS Research

Describe A Skill You Are Good At

You should say:

Where did you learn it from?

How do you benefit from it?

Are you getting better at it?

Have you taught it to someone?

Sample Answer

People develop special abilities to do something with enough practice. I have the capability to do many things, but something I am very good at is driving. As a child, I used to enjoy rides with my father, and I was always curious about how he did it. I wanted to learn to drive from my father, but he always told me to wait till I was old enough. The minimum driving age for a two-wheeler in my country is sixteen, but I couldn’t wait long enough. Once, my friend, who was allowed by his parents to drive, gave me a chance to get my hands on the steering wheel.

I was a bit nervous initially, but once the car started to move, I was thrilled. My father did help me get better at it and also helped me get a driving license. There are a lot of advantages to knowing how to drive. I save a lot of time when I take my own convenience to any place. Once, I drove my neighbor’s car when they needed to get to the hospital urgently.

I would say I am getting better at it because now I can drive for longer hours with fewer stops in between. Driving on steep turns on mountainous routes is not that complicated for me now. I also assist my father on long journeys during a family trip.
I did teach driving to my younger brother. It takes a lot of patience to teach something to a complete beginner. I am hopeful that he will be of help to others, and I also keep giving and taking driving-related tips.

(273 Words)

Part 3 Follow-Up Questions

Q.1 How do people learn skills in your hometown?

People generally learn skills from someone in their social circle. If the skill is for day-to-day use, like cooking, it is learned from a family member. Social skills are mostly learned through classmates and friends. For more profession-related skills, people prefer an educational institution.

Q.2 How do people become good at a skill?

I believe learning any kind of skill takes a lot of dedication and hard work. Be patient with yourself and learn a little at a time. Enough repetition can make you an expert i. The real key to becoming a master of your skill is to keep coming back to it from at regular intervals.

Q.3 What kind of skills are important to learn for every individual?

I think skills such as time management, managing finances, building rapport, and social adaptability are necessary to learn. In today’s modern era, computer skills, interpersonal skills and stress tolerance are vital to learn.

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IELTS Cue Card: DESCRIBE SOMETHING YOU DO TO KEEP YOUR MIND SHARP.

September 15, 2025 IELTS Research

Describe Something You Do To Keep Your Mind Sharp.

You should say:

What is it?

When did you learn about it?

Are there any additional benefits of learning it?

How often do you do this?

Sample Answer

Having a healthy body and a strong mind is desirable for everyone. People do surfeit things to keep their brains robust. From eating a nutritious diet to consulting experts, a plethora of options are there to indulge people. One thing that I believe has been most helpful is solving a Rubik’s cube. Solving this puzzle takes a lot of concentration. There are a quintillion ways to decipher this complex game. I learned about Rubik’s cube from my math tutor, who used to help me out when I was studying in high school. Learning to solve a Rubik’s cube takes a lot of patience and strong will.

It requires a lot of time, but inevitably, it is truly rewarding. I was not doing so well at studies in high school, but after my curiosity about solving this puzzle turned into a hobby, I improved my memory and level of patience significantly. In the beginning, I used to solve it daily, but with life getting busy, I still do this at least twice a week.

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Part 3 Follow-Up Questions

Q.1 Which is more important, a healthy body or a fit mind?

I think both are equally important and related. A person who has a healthy body signifies that he or she also does things to keep their wit quick.

Q.2 Do you think people are neglecting their health to earn more money?

Yes. Definitely, people these days are more inclined towards making money. With the abundance of things available in the health-related market, some people believe that eating branded supplements can reduce workout time.

Q.3 What kind of job does a person with a sharp mind prefer?

People with a clever mind are present in every sector of employment. I believe that intelligent people prefer a job that uses most of their skills and also pays well. People in academics, politics, sports, and even entertainment need to act smart to shine in their field.

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IELTS CUE CARD: Describe your first mobile phone/ cell phone.

September 15, 2025 IELTS Research

IELTS SPEAKING TASK CUE CARD:

Describe your first mobile phone/ cell phone
You should say

When you got this mobile/cell phone?

How much it cost?

What it looked like?

And explain how different it is from the mobile/cell phone you use nowadays?

Sample Answer

Nowadays, mobile phone has become a basic need of every human being. We cannot think about spending our days without this device.

Although mobile phone got introduced many years ago, I received my personal phone after a long struggle. I still remember when I got my first cell phone. It was around 7 to 8 years back when I was in the final year of my graduation. My all friends used to have mobile phones to be in touch with their family members. I was also planning to get one but my pocket money was not allowing me to buy an expensive phone.

I did not ask my parents to buy a mobile phone for me but somehow they realised that I am in need of it. It was my birthday when they decided to gift me one cell phone. They bought a latest model of Nokia cell phone, Nokia 6600. To be honest I never asked them about the price of that but one day while searching for some other documents I found the receipt of purchase then I got to know it cost them rs9800/-. It was an expensive model with all the features.

I was very happy to get that phone as it was a very popular model of that time. It had all the latest features, 8 mega pixel camera, media player and other in built applications like Facebook and YouTube.

My first cell phone was with full of advanced technology of that time but these days, there are plenty of options available in mobile phones. It had 4 GB memory but currently I am using a phone, which has 128 GB in built memory. It helps me to store all the important data handy. Camera quality is also excellent that can be compared with any professional Nokia DSLR cameras.

(298 words)