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IELTS Cue Card # Describe a program or app in your computer or phone

May 28, 2021 IELTS Research

IELTS Cue Card # Describe a program or app in your computer or phone

Describe a program or app in your computer or phone

What the app/program is

When, where you found it

How you use it

And explain how do you feel about it

Sample Answer:

Nowadays phones and computers have become an integral part of our living. We have at least one type of gadget with us all the time be it a smart-phone, smart-watch, a tablet or a laptop.
Over the past few decades, the technology industry has augmented and so has the IT industry. Result of which is that millions of applications are now available in the market.
One such application which I would like to talk about is “Microsoft teams”, which I am sure has proven to be helpful for most of us for our Work from home regimes during the Covid pandemic.
I was first introduced to this video conferencing application by my seniors. This function then became my primary application to do all the project meetings with my colleagues and managing heads.
It is very easy to use and the user-Interface is really appealing, moreover, it offers a huge amount of file storage. As it’s name suggests it has a very sublime feature of forming teams wherein I created different teams for different projects I was working on. One of the best things about this program is that it is absolutely free which makes it more popular among people.
I feel relieved to use this program as it has made our life easier specially during this pandemic, otherwise important project meetings would not have been possible without it. I’m extremely grateful to the creators of this application, as it was very thoughtful of them to provide such an invention for free.

Follow Up Questions:

Q. What modern technological devices are most popular in your country?
Answer: In India, mobile phones are the most desired technological devices. Mobile phones allow common people to take maximum advantage of technological advancements. Apart from communication, it has made shopping, entertainment and payment easier. Their cheaper availability has made it more affordable for almost everyone.

Q. Do you think men and women view technological devices differently?
Answer: Yes, I think men are more into technology than women. Men always keep themselves updated with new tech gadgets that come into the market have it’s each and every detail, that is why men are often considered as Tech Lovers. Women on the other hand are not as fascinated by technological devices.

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IELTS Cue Card # Describe a tradition in your country

May 27, 2021 IELTS Research

IELTS Cue Card # Describe a tradition in your country

Describe a tradition in your country
You should say:
– What it is
– Who takes part in it
– What activities there are
– And explain how you feel about it

Sample Answer:

India has a wide variety of cultures and traditions. There are unique traditions in India but today I would like to highlight ‘Kumbh Mela’. The Kumbh is conducted every twelve years, and people from different parts of the country attend it. It is unique in itself because it is considered as world’s largest congregation of pilgrims.
This festival attracts millions of people, the majority of which mainly consists of different Hindu sects like saints, hermits, tantriks religious organisations, and Hindu men and women from all walks of life. One of the most popular and unique crowd here is the Nagas, they are the men who refrain from wearing any clothes. Apart from that politicians and government authorities also attend it.
Miscellaneous activities take place here, People come here to perform sacred rituals and take holy bath in the Ganges in order to achieve salvation. There are many Yagyashalas where havans are performed regularly. Saints conduct Kathas or storytelling from several Indian mythologies like Ramayana, Mahabharata or Bhagwat Puran. Bhandara which is the free food service is also held for the people.
I feel Kumbh is one of the most special tradition of India which is popular all over the country. People look forward to Kumbh as one of the biggest events. The fact that it is one of the world’s largest peaceful gathering makes it noteworthy and I would like to be a part of it at least once in my lifetime.

Follow up questions:

Q. Which is the most popular tradition among children in your country?
Answer: Holi, the festival of colours is the most popular tradition among children in our country. Kids love playing with water balloons, water guns and colours. Different kinds of sweets especially gunjiya is loved by the kids. Holi brings happiness and colours in everyone’s life.

Q. Do you think western festivals are replacing traditional festivals of your country?
Answer: No, the western traditions are not replacing the traditional festivals like Holi, Diwali and Eid in my country. Traditional festivals are celebrated with great enthusiasm in India. However these days youngsters have also started celebrating western festivals like Christmas, Easter and Hallowe’en but this does not mean that the traditional festivals have lost their importance.

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IELTS Cue Card # Describe an intelligent person you know

May 16, 2021 IELTS Research

IELTS Cue Card # Describe an intelligent person you know

Describe an intelligent person you know
You should say:

Who this person is?

What does she/he do?

Why do you think she/he is smart? How do you feel about her/him?

Sample Answer:

I have come across so many people in my life. Some of the people I know are truly intelligent and they have impressive personalities. Today I am going to talk about an intelligent person who is my history teacher. Her name is Arpita Shah, she is a brilliant teacher with an exceptional personality. If I talk about her physical appearance, she is petite and vivacious. She has short hair and usually wore saree to work.
She is a History teacher who has immense knowledge about her subject. She completed her Majors in History from Boston University. She had received Fischler Charles Fellowship to pursue this course and I’m proud to say that she was one of the only two Indians to secure this scholarship. She got good job opportunities abroad but she opted to teach the students of her own country and promote quality education.
Apart from her academic achievements, she is also a creative person. She is a part of a Drama Club in our city where plays are conducted in different languages of our country, this aims at conserving the traditions of India.
I think she is smart because she is a solution-oriented person. She has solutions to all the problems and she is always ready to help people and give them advice in different walks of life. In addition to her tacit knowledge, she also has a good sense of humour. Evidently, she is the smartest person I have ever met. I feel grateful that she is my mentor and I would like to stay in touch with her throughout my life.

Follow Up Question:

Q1.0 Do you think that intelligent people are the happiest?
Yes, I believe intelligent people are happiest. They are positive about life, they stay calm and composed even in the worst situations. They have a good self-control especially over their emotions which makes them unique from others. Rather than panicking in difficult situations, they look for solutions.

Q2.0 What are the qualities of intelligent people?
Intelligent people are very curious, they want to learn about new things hence they keep themselves updated with facts and figures. They are very open-minded and take criticism positively. They are also very hard-working towards their goals in life.

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IELTS Full Speaking Part1 -Introduction and Interview, Part2-Cue Card, Part3 – Follow Up Questions

May 16, 2021 IELTS Research

IELTS SPEAKING TEST

Part 1.0 – Introduction and Interview

Q1.1. Can you describe your school?

My school’s name is Brightlands. It is one of the most popular schools in DehraDun. It is located in the center of the city. It has some of the best faculties in the town.

Q1.2. How do/did you get to school everyday?

My school was far from home, so I used school bus as my mode of transportation. A lot of my friends used to go in that same bus.

Q1.3. Do/Did you enjoy your experience at school? (Why/Why not?)

I enjoyed being at school. School days were the best as I met my friends daily. I learnt so many things at school like dance, sports, drama which has developed my overall personality.

Topic # Seasons

Q1.4 Which is your favorite season?

Spring is my favorite season. It comes between the winter and summer. I like it for two reasons. One is that the weather is pleasant and the days get longer. Other is, the colorful flowers start blooming which lifts up my mood.

Q1.5 What sports are popular in different seasons in your country?

Vallam Kali also known as boat racing is one of the most popular sports in Southern parts of India. It is mostly practiced in Spring season. Apart from that there are Winter sports like Skiing, Snowboarding and Ice skating that are mostly played in Uttarakhand and Jammu & Kashmir.

Q1.6 In which season do you think it’s best to get married?

The best season to get married is autumn, specially September and October as the weather is pleasant then. Moreover, these months are auspicious according to the Hindu Calendar, so a lot of couples prefer getting married in autumn.

Q1.7 What problems are caused by extreme seasonal weathers?

Global Warming is one of the major environmental problems caused by extreme seasonal weathers. There are several imbalances such as enraged heat waves and rise in sea levels. To add more natural calamities like draughts, snow storms, floods and more are occurring frequently due to extreme weather conditions.

Topic # Languages

Q1.8 Is the language of your country difficult to learn?

My country is known for it’s linguistic diversity. There are several languages spoken in India such as Gujarati, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Punjabi, etc. But the most common language of India is Hindi. I believe learning Hindi is not very hard. It has a moderate difficulty level.

Q1.9 What languages are learnt at school in your country?

Apart from Hindi, there are various other languages that are taught in Indian schools like French, Spanish, English and German. Chinese is also gaining a lot of popularity these days.

Q1.10 What are the advantages of speaking more than one language?

People who speak more than one language have social advantages. It makes communication with the natives easier. It also makes travelling easier. Overall, people who speak different languages can easily connect with new people.

Q1.11 When you visit a foreign country, do you try and learn some of the language?(Why/Why not?)

Whenever I visit a foreign country, I try to learn a few words and sentences because it’s easier to make new friends if we know the language. One can ask for directions when lost in a new country. It also makes me confident.

Part 2.0 – Individual long turn (IELTS Cue Card)

Describe a sport or game that you like to watch or play

Describe a sport or game that you like to watch or play.

You should say:

Why would you like to watch or play this sport or game

Where you watch or play this sport or game

How much it costs to watch or play this sport or game

And briefly explain how the game is played.

Sample Answer

My favorite sport is Badminton. It is a sport that makes me feel energetic. Badminton is a popular sport in India and enjoyed by many people. My favorite Badminton player is Saina Nehwal. She is one of that player who has revived Badminton in India and brought it to new heights. She got a Gold medal for India in 2010 Common Wealth games. It is because of her that my interest have gone higher in Badminton. She is the first Indian to win Gold in two singles in Common Wealth games. Saina is my inspiration.

I play Badminton for fun. This game is a good source of physical exercise for me and my friends. We play it in a playground that is near my house.

It is a two-player game. The sport is played by hitting the shuttlecock across the net, with the help of a racket. Both the players have to make sure that the cock does not fall within their court otherwise the opponent gets the point. The players are allowed to run inside the courts within their boundaries. This game builds up the stamina of the players and at the same time it’s rejuvenating. All in all I love this sport.

Part 3.0 – Follow Up Questions

Q3.1 Why is doing exercise good for you?

Exercise is the best way to stay physically fit. It helps in protecting us from diseases such as diabetes, high cholesterol, heart attack and blood pressure imbalances. Doing exercise regularly has improved my quality of speech. It has increased my immunity and I do not fall sick frequently. It has also helped in my weight management.

Q3.2 How can we get young people do exercise more?

Majority of young people don’t exercise regularly, but it is very important to have a healthy body. To introduce young people to exercise, we can introduce fun activities such as zumba, yoga, skipping and rope pulling.

Q3.3 How can sport improve people’s mental health?

Playing sports doesn’t only have physical benefits but also improves our mental health. Physicl work outs help in reducing stress. Recent researches have shown that playing sports help in treatment of depression. It also helps in improving cognitive development of children.

Q3.4 How can sport be bad for your health?

Sport can be bad for health as there is a risk of injury. Injuries such as bone fractures, neck and back injuries can lead to lifelong deformity. It can also lead to a psychological trauma as player is always under the pressure of winning.

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