IELTS Cue Card

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   589   with Model Answer: Describe an occasion when you used a map. You should say: when it was why you needed to use a map how the map helped you and explain how you felt about using the map on this occasion. [You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.] Model Answer: Introduction: Thank you for giving me the opportunity to talk about a time when I used a map. I clearly remember a situation a couple of years ago when I used a map to navigate an unfamiliar city during my solo trip. Here, I will share the details of that experience. When it was: It was around two years ago when I decided to take a solo trip to the beautiful city of Amsterdam in the Netherlands. It was my first time visiting the city, and I was quite excited to explore its charming streets, canals, and historic sites. Why you needed to use a map:...

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   588   with Model Answer: Describe a law that was introduced in your country and that you thought was a very good idea. You should say: what the law was who introduced it when and why it was introduced and explain why you thought this law was such a good idea. [You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.] Model Answer: Introduction: Thank you so much for the opportunity to let me talk about a law in my country that I believe was a really good idea. There have been several impactful laws introduced in my country, but one that stands out to me is the "Clean Air Act" introduced to combat air pollution and improve public health. What the law was: The Clean Air Act is a comprehensive environmental law aimed at reducing air pollution from industries, vehicles, and other sources. It sets strict emission limits on pollu...

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   587   with Model Answer: Describe an interesting activity that you enjoy doing. You should say: what type of activity it is how often you do it who you do it with and explain how much you enjoy it. [You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.] Model Answer: Thank you so much for this interesting topic. I'd love to share an activity I thoroughly enjoy, and this activity is collecting coins from different countries. It's a fascinating hobby that combines my interests in history, culture, and travel. It’s a hobby that I find both fascinating and rewarding. I believe, collecting coins is a unique and educational pastime. It involves acquiring coins from various countries, each with its own distinctive design, historical significance, and cultural value. Collecting coins, or numismatics, as some call it, is more than ...

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   586   with Model Answer: Describe a game or sport you played in your childhood. You should say: what game or sport it was how often you played it who you played it with and explain how much you enjoyed it in your childhood. [You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.] Model Answer: Thank you very much for giving me the opportunity to talk about a game I played during my childhood. I'd like to share my memories of playing cricket, which was an integral part of my younger years. The game I am referring to is cricket, a sport that is incredibly popular in many parts of the world, especially in countries like India, Australia, and England. Cricket was more than just a game for me; it was a passion and a significant part of my childhood. I played cricket quite often, almost every day after school and on weekends. My ...

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   585   with Model Answer: Describe a beautiful city that you have visited. You should say: what city it was how you went there what you saw or did there and explain why you think it was beautiful. [You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.] Model Answer: Thank you so much for giving me the chance here to talk about a beautiful city that I have visited. Well, I'd like to share my experience of visiting Kyoto, Japan, which left a lasting impression on me, and which in my opinion, is one of the most beautiful cities that I have ever been to. Kyoto is one of Japan's most beautiful and culturally rich cities. I visited Kyoto during a trip to Japan last spring, and it was an unforgettable experience. I travelled to Kyoto by Shinkansen, the famous Japanese bullet train, from Tokyo. The journey itself was an adventure, ...

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   584   with Model Answer: Describe an exciting activity that you experienced with someone else. You should say: what activity it was whom you did it with why you did it and explain how you felt about doing it with this person. [You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.] Model Answer: Thank you for giving me an opportunity to talk about an exciting activity that I experienced with someone else. One particular experience stands out in my mind, which I’d love to share with you for this topic. So, please bear with me. The activity was skydiving, something I had always wanted to try but never had the courage to do alone. It was an exhilarating experience that I shared with my best friend, Sarah. We both decided to go skydiving to celebrate our graduation from university, marking the end of an important chapter in our...

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   583   with Model Answer: Describe an occasion when someone or something made a loud noise. You should say: when it was who or what made this loud noise where you were then and explain what you did about this loud noise. [You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.] Model Answer: Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity here to discuss an occasion when someone or something made a loud noise. There is one incident that stands out vividly in my memory, and for this nice topic, I will talk about this event. It was a sunny afternoon last summer when I experienced a loud noise that caught me completely off guard. I was at home, sitting in my living room, deeply engrossed in a book. The tranquillity of the afternoon was suddenly shattered by an ear-piercing sound that seemed to shake the very walls of the house. ...

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   582   with Model Answer: Describe a sportsperson you admire. You should say: who this sportsperson is what sports he or she plays how successful he or she is and explain why you like or admire this sportsperson so much. [You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.] Model Answer: Thank you very much for the opportunity that you have given me to share my thoughts and feelings on a sportsperson I admire. Well, for that topic, I'd like to talk about Cristiano Ronaldo, a name that resonates with millions of football fans worldwide, including myself. Cristiano Ronaldo is a Portuguese professional footballer who is widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time. He currently plays for Al Nassr FC in the Saudi Pro League and the Portuguese national team. Ronaldo's career began at Sporting CP, but he gained in...

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   581   with Model Answer: Describe a café you like to visit. You should say: what type of café it is what type of food and drink it serves how often you go there and explain why you like to visit this café. [You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.] Model Answer: Thank you so much for the opportunity to let me share my thoughts about a cafe I enjoy visiting. Today, I’ll talk about my favourite spot in town, a charming little cafe that has become my go-to place for relaxation and a good cup of coffee. The cafe I’m referring to is a cosy, independently-owned establishment called “The Coffee Smile.” It’s an artisanal cafe that exudes warmth and comfort, with a rustic yet modern decor that makes it feel both welcoming and trendy. The walls are adorned with local art, and there’s a mix of comfortable seating options...

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   580   with Model Answer: Describe an outdoor activity you did in a new place. You should say: what outdoor activity it was who you did it with where you did it and explain how you felt about doing it in a new place. [You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.] Model Answer: During a recent trip to a new city, I had the exhilarating opportunity to try rock climbing for the first time. Accompanied by a group of adventurous friends, we ventured to a local outdoor climbing spot situated on the outskirts of the city. I am so glad that I have been given the time and chance to share this experience with you today. To give you the details of this relatively new activity for me at a completely new place, I would try to focus on the activity, the new place and the people who were with me. So, as we arrived at the base of ...