IELTS Cue Card – Describe a time when you were late.

Describe a time when you were late.

You should say:

  • When it was ?
  • Why you were late ?
  • How you felt about being late ?

Sample Answer
I am a very conscientious person and try to arrive on time everywhere. I acquired this habit from my father, who is a very disciplined and punctual person. He always told me that punctuality reflects dependability to others. Whenever I have some appointments or deadlines I make sure to take extra precautions and aim to arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled time. However, there have been some instances where I have still been late even after that extra time buffer. For instance, I recall being late for one of my B.ed exams. It was back in the year 2018 when I was appearing for my B.ed exams. My examination center happen to be in the outskirts of Yamunanagar a district in the state of Haryana. It was around 30 kilometers away from my hometown . So I got ready at the crack of dawn to leave at around 7am in order to reach on time. My dad accompanied me and we reached the station by 7:30. On arrival we came to know that all the trains to Haryana were running late. So, we decided to catch a bus as the bus stop was nearby. Somehow we managed to get into a crowded bus. We had reached halfway when the main problem occurred. There was a massive traffic jam on our way because, the previous night two trucks, filled with wood logs had collided and the roads were all covered with those logs of wood. It was already 10am and we were stressed. People starting getting out of the bus and we too went out. We tried hard to get an auto to reach the examination center but it was of no use. The examination center was still at a distance of 10 kilometers. Time was passing by but we were not able to get any conveyance to reach the center. It was 10:50 and I started to panic, at that very instance, an old man was passing by, on a bike and on seeing us he stopped at once, and offered help. We sat on his bike and somehow managed to reach the center by 11:15. Though I was late for my examination but the center superintendent allowed me to appear for my exam after hearing my side of the story. To cap it all, I would say it was an unforgettable experience for me. And I felt terrible for being late for my examination.

Part 3 Follow-Up Questions

Q.1 Are you ever late for anything ? Are you a punctual person?

I am a very punctual person. I value time and I try my best to never be late for anything, unless it is due to some unforseen or unavoidable circumstances.
Q.2 What excuses do you use when you are late ?
I don’t make lame excuses. Usually I’m never late for any meetings or appointments. However, if at all I’m getting letting late due to some unavoidable reason then I prefer to inform the person I’m meeting beforehand.
Q.3 Why are people often late for appointments or meetings ?
I think the basic issue is time management. Moreover, people these days don’t consider being a little late to be wrong.
Q.4 Do old people and young people manage time in a similar way ?
No, old and young people do not manage their time in the same way. The young generation may be too impulsive or impatient in several issues while the old people have a greater sense of responsibility and they know the importance of time management.


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IELTS Cue Card 2024: Describe a website which helped you to do something/ website you visit often/ use regularly.

 Describe A Website Which Helped You To Do Something/ Website You Visit Often/ Use Regularly.

You should say:

  • Which site is it ?
  • ⁠How did you know about it ?
  • How it helped ?
  • Why do you visit it often ?

Sample Answer

In this era, there are a plethora of websites that we use nowadays. These websites are advantageous for us. Today I would like to talk about a website that I often use.
The website that I frequently visit is Diksha.com . It was introduced to me by my colleague during covid time. It provides a wide variety of educational courses for teachers. At the time of COVID 19, it was important for the teachers to keep themselves updated and to conduct online workshops for students. This website was programmed by the government of India and it consisted of numerous online courses .

The best part was that after the completion of the course you even get a certificate which was government approved. I did many courses from that website and it proved to be beneficial. It even had a course on AI which was the need of the hour. Courses such as human well being, environmental safety, child well being proved to be exquisite. I use it a lot. There’s always some new content to look at. And this website has been extremely helpful to me in gaining knowledge and always learning something new.

Part 3 Follow-Up Questions

Q.1 What are the most popular and least popular apps in your country ?

I think it’s nearly the same all over the world. The most popular ones would be social media apps like Facebook and Instagram. If I talk about least popular apps I would say Mozilla Firefox is used less these days as people usually use Google as a search engine.

Q.2 Are libraries still beneficial? Why or Why not ?

Libraries are much more than a place with some collection of books. It is a place which provides a calm environment and thus, helps a person to concentrate on their work rather than getting distracted by social media over phone.

Q.3 Can internet help children in their study ?

Yes, definitely. The internet is a vast ocean of knowledge if used in the correct way. Internet provides a wide range of educational sites which could prove to be beneficial.

Q.4 What is the difference between the internet and TV ?

I would say the main difference here would be of choice. One can easily select what to watch or read over internet as compared to TV.


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IELTS Cue Card – DESCRIBE A SKILL YOU ARE GOOD AT.

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.

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.

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.

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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