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Describe a countryside area that you have been to: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

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  • When and why you went there?
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  • And explain how you felt about it.
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    Band 6-7

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    I went to a countryside area in Kerala recently, like two months ago with my friends for a college trip. It was in the month of November. So I went there with my friends and we enjoyed a lot. We saw a lot of coffee gardens, mountains, waterfalls. It was beautiful to see. There were many amazing people around. So we went to different places. We had bath in the lake. We went for a trek, we enjoyed coffee, we enjoyed coffee and had some amazing food over there. And the views were amazing with coffee gardens, botanical gardens, beautiful mountains and much more. We also saw a lot of wild animals that we couldn't see in the cities usually. And we went there in our car. We had a great road trip in the countryside of Kerala. It was so far one of the best experiences I had in my life. I would like to have more experiences like that in Kerala. Because Kerala is also known as God's own country, has a lot of places to explore. Due to lack of time, we couldn't explore much of it. But still we could, with little whatever time we had, we made the best out of it. So I would like to visit the place again with more time and with more friends. But definitely so far this has been one of my best trips of my life. It was amazing. The place was beautiful, the mountains, the waterfalls and the coffee gardens. I still remember the coffee that I had there. It was one of the best coffee that I had so far in my life.

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    What activities did you enjoy the most during your trip to Kerala?
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    I really enjoyed trekking and swimming in the lake. The trek was challenging but rewarding, and the lake was refreshing. Also, tasting the local coffee and food was a highlight, as it was unique and delicious.

    How does the countryside in Kerala compare to your city?
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    The countryside in Kerala is much more peaceful and scenic compared to my city. There are lush green landscapes, fresh air, and a slower pace of life. In contrast, my city is busy and crowded, lacking the natural beauty and tranquility I experienced in Kerala.

    What would you recommend to someone planning to visit Kerala?
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    I would recommend exploring the coffee gardens and going for treks. Also, try the local cuisine and coffee, as it's exceptional. Make sure to take your time to enjoy the scenery and interact with the friendly locals for a more enriching experience.

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    Two times. I have been to Munnar two times. It is located in the Kerala. It's like a hill station. I got two weeks holiday at the time of my exam. So, me and my friends, me and my four of my friends, we went to Munnar. So, we celebrated my birthday there and then we enjoyed a lot. We trekked that mountain for more than two hours. So, I got some new fresh air and I feel more comfortable. So, I felt if more you travel, more you learn about the nature. So, I'm the person who likes nature, who stayed around with nature, who always close to the environment. So, I felt very, very, very, very happy. I celebrated my 23rd birthday there. So, main reason, after my exam, I felt some stress. So, a few of my friends and me both went there to celebrate my birthday. So, it's been two weeks that I enjoyed more. I enjoyed more of the time. Basically, the Munnar is like a place with a mountain. So, I took the bus from the Munnar and then I took the auto. So, it's like three to, it's like around eight to nine hours travel. In the travel time, we can, if you're lucky, we can, you can see the animals like elephant, sometimes wild animals also there. If you're lucky, definitely you'll be see them. So, I recommend everyone to visit the place because it's one of the wonderful place I ever visited in my life.

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    What activities did you enjoy the most in Munnar?
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    In Munnar, I particularly enjoyed trekking in the mountains, which was a great way to connect with nature. Celebrating my birthday there with friends made it even more special. We also explored the local scenery and took in the fresh air, which was refreshing after my exams.

    How did you feel after spending time in the countryside?
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    Spending time in the countryside, especially in Munnar, made me feel rejuvenated and happy. Being surrounded by nature helped me relieve stress after my exams. I felt more connected to the environment and appreciated the beauty of the hills and fresh air.

    Would you recommend visiting other countryside areas? Why?
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    Absolutely! I believe that visiting countryside areas can provide a unique experience and a break from city life. Each place has its own beauty and charm, and spending time in nature can be very therapeutic. I encourage everyone to explore different rural areas.

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    I like to taste different types of cuisine. Here I would like to talk about my favorite dish at my traditional festival of Onam which is Sadya. Sadya is popular in my city. We are experimenting these cuisines on Onam festival day. Onam is a famous festival in my city. All family members get together in my home and we make a delicious Sadya. There are many ingredients includes that Sadya. Moreover, we make a big feast that day as well as we create a lot of memories together and we wear that day the traditional dress called Sari and men wear the Dhotis. That festival is really important to us because the whole day we are conducting different kinds of games at our homes and all the family members came together. It's a memorable day in my life. This is the festival. We are making the Sambar and Aviyal. These all the kinds of foods are making with the vegetables.

    Talk about a toy you liked in your childhood
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    The toy which I liked in my childhood was a panda doll, which makes me pleasant and makes me more blush. The pandas are the most beautiful creatures of the world, which looks gigantic and has pooshy cheeks and they are like stars in the clouds and they dream in me. Furthermore, these have been given by my father. My father is a very very beautiful artistic person, who makes me think of that. Every day you will face every difficulties and make you suffer and move forward. Pandas are always seen in Japanese countries. It is my lifelong dream to visit a Japanese country and click a photo with the original pandas, which makes sounds better.

    Describe a time you were in a place where you didn't know the local language
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    As India is a very large country full of diversity, so there are many places which have their own language and speak their native language. The place which I visited and I didn't know about their language was Leladakh, which is about 300 km away from my hometown and it is a very good place as it consists of different kind of trees, animals and have many scenic views and I visited over there last year in summers as it was the best time to visit because it has many, it was cold over there and we had summers in our area so it was the best time to visit over there and I went over there with my whole family.

    Describe a time when your friend damaged something you owned
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    Begumpet Test Centre, Hyderabad

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    When I was a kid, I had a little pencil box which had these four buttons which gave the pencil box an operative use. When you press the button, the box would open up. When you press the second button, a little part of it would slide out. Basically it was just a little electronical and a fun thing to have and I owned it when I was in 6th. One day after break, I was standing and talking there with one of my friends and another friend of mine was running through the hallway and accidentally she pushed my shoulder and my pencil box hit the ground and it broke into multiple pieces to the point that it was not functional anymore.

    Describe a book you recently read
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    It Ends With Us is a book I read recently. It's by the author Colleen Hoare. It's mainly a story about two teenagers, Atlas and Lily, and how they just handle their life going through high school, adolescence, and just domestic violence at home. Both of them come from very, very different families. However, they have one common determining factor between them, which is domestic violence. The abuse that they've seen their moms go through is just insane, and they connect through that on a different level. They're actually in the same high school, but they never speak to each other until Atlas actually crashes into an empty house next to Lily's villa. When Atlas is homeless and he doesn't have anywhere to go, he just comes and breaks into the house next to Lily's, and Lily helps him with all the daily necessities like clothes and food, medicines and stuff. Furthermore, their friendship blossoms into love, but it doesn't really fructify as Atlas has to leave. This book really gave me a lot of knowledge about domestic abuse and how to deal with it.

    Band 6-7

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    The best countryside area I have been into is Dubai. I had visited Dubai last month with my family for a family vacation. Dubai is an extraordinary place as there are long buildings and it is a futuristic place where all the upcoming things are shown on a big screen. It describes all the things there situated and it tells us about the things that are going to come in the upcoming future. I had visited a museum which contained all the artifacts that were made in Dubai and that were handmade. The most famous thing there was perfumes because the perfumes over there are very special for the persons. The politeness of the people, the calmness of the people and the humbleness of the people had been the most beautiful thing that I had ever seen. The places that I had visited were just memorable because I carried each and every memory over there.

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    What activities did you enjoy the most during your visit to Dubai?
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    During my visit to Dubai, I particularly enjoyed exploring the museum and learning about the local culture. I also loved visiting the futuristic buildings and experiencing the vibrant atmosphere of the city. The family time spent together while sightseeing was truly memorable.

    How does the countryside in Dubai compare to other places you've visited?
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    Dubai is unique as it blends modernity with traditional elements. Unlike typical countryside areas, it features urban landscapes alongside cultural sites. The calmness and politeness of the people stand out, making it a different experience compared to more rural or natural countryside areas I've visited.

    What aspects of Dubai's culture did you find most interesting?
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    I found the emphasis on hospitality and the rich history of craftsmanship fascinating. The handmade artifacts, especially the special perfumes, reflect the cultural heritage of Dubai. The politeness and humbleness of the locals added to the charm, making the experience even more enriching.

    Band 6-7

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    I'm passionate about traveling. I love traveling different sorts of places to to know each other and get to explore different kinds of places. Now I would like to talk about a particular countryside area that I visited a few years ago. That is one of my friend's village. The village name is Raghugandhi Brum. It is located in Jainvandam district. Why I visited that particular countryside village? Because two years ago my friend has invited me to join his housewarming function. At the time my friend I was working together in one of the private companies. My friend not only invited me but also invited some of my office colleagues. My colleagues and I went to my friend's village due to his function celebration. In that village we stayed two days. In that on the two days we explored different places in that village. I enjoyed every scenery of the village. Still I remember some instance in that particular village. My friend and I visited the nearby temple which was located in which was located nearby the river. The temple was very beautiful and awesome.

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    What activities did you enjoy the most in the countryside?
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    During my stay in Raghugandhi Brum, I particularly enjoyed exploring the natural scenery and visiting the temple. We also took long walks by the river, which was very refreshing. The peaceful environment allowed me to relax and appreciate the beauty of nature.

    How does the countryside differ from urban areas?
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    The countryside offers a much quieter and more serene environment compared to urban areas. In Raghugandhi Brum, I experienced a slower pace of life, fresh air, and beautiful landscapes, which are often missing in the hustle and bustle of city life.

    Would you like to visit more countryside areas in the future?
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    Absolutely! I would love to explore more countryside areas. Each village has its own unique charm and culture, and I believe there are many more beautiful places to discover that can provide a refreshing break from city life.

    Band 6-7

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    I like to go to Kuthiyadi. It's a countryside area of my country and I went there with my family. The place was a scenic place and there is so many things we can see like mountains, river or ponds like that and we can spend our time as well. There are so many trees and there are so many places to play for children. I like to spend my time and at the countryside is my is the Kuthiyadi.

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    What activities did you enjoy doing in Kuthiyadi?
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    In Kuthiyadi, I enjoyed hiking in the mountains, fishing in the river, and having picnics by the ponds. The fresh air and beautiful scenery made every activity enjoyable, and it was a great way to bond with my family.

    How does visiting the countryside differ from living in the city?
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    Visiting the countryside like Kuthiyadi offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The natural surroundings, fresh air, and slower pace allow for relaxation and a chance to connect with nature, which is often missing in urban environments.

    What do you think are the benefits of spending time in the countryside?
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    Spending time in the countryside has numerous benefits, including reducing stress, improving mental health, and promoting physical activity. It allows people to disconnect from technology and enjoy the beauty of nature, which can be rejuvenating.
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    Band 5-6

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    10 days ago

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    and it was amazing and I had an amazing time with them. I felt so grateful for having such friends who I have had for almost a decade now and after a decade we still are the same crazy people who just hung out you know it was a very slow trip as I said we woke up in the morning had a very slow breakfast and went to one beach explored a little there walked around the beach came back and then ate whatever street food we could find around the roads of Goa it was a nice fun trip and we're planning to go for another trip if that comes around as the plan and I can't wait for that and to talk about travel as I said I've not traveled much this is one I've been to Goa around four times now one was when I was very little then two times once in my college and after college with my three friends that was also amazing so Goa is my go-to place where it reminds me of fun happiness peace and everything so I love Goa so I you know choose to go back to Goa every single time I get a chance so Goa is that place and also before that I had took a trip to Kudekanal with my family my sister's in-law family and then us on my sister's birthday last year 2020 for September and it was so much fun it was a very beautiful serene nature natural place and we chose for a stay which was in the middle of a mountain they carved the mountain down and they built this whole property and it was amazing it was beautiful you know a visual experience

    Band 5-6

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    I would like to describe about a country which is being located in my state. I want to describe about Meghalaya which is one of the most beautiful state which is located in the northeast of India. Meghalaya is specially mentioned for its hill ranges with Kasi, Garo and Jaita hills and the most beautiful thing about the Meghalaya is its beauty.

    Band 6-7

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    I went to a countryside area in Kerala recently, like two months ago with my friends for a college trip. It was in the month of November. So I went there with my friends and we enjoyed a lot. We saw a lot of coffee gardens, mountains, waterfalls. It was beautiful to see. There were many amazing people around. So we went to different places. We had bath in the lake. We went for a trek, we enjoyed coffee, we enjoyed coffee and had some amazing food over there. And the views were amazing with coffee gardens, botanical gardens, beautiful mountains and much more. We also saw a lot of wild animals that we couldn't see in the cities usually. And we went there in our car. We had a great road trip in the countryside of Kerala. It was so far one of the best experiences I had in my life. I would like to have more experiences like that in Kerala. Because Kerala is also known as God's own country, has a lot of places to explore. Due to lack of time, we couldn't explore much of it. But still we could, with little whatever time we had, we made the best out of it. So I would like to visit the place again with more time and with more friends. But definitely so far this has been one of my best trips of my life. It was amazing. The place was beautiful, the mountains, the waterfalls and the coffee gardens. I still remember the coffee that I had there. It was one of the best coffee that I had so far in my life.

    Band 6-7

    IELTS Learner

    7 days ago

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    Two times. I have been to Munnar two times. It is located in the Kerala. It's like a hill station. I got two weeks holiday at the time of my exam. So, me and my friends, me and my four of my friends, we went to Munnar. So, we celebrated my birthday there and then we enjoyed a lot. We trekked that mountain for more than two hours. So, I got some new fresh air and I feel more comfortable. So, I felt if more you travel, more you learn about the nature. So, I'm the person who likes nature, who stayed around with nature, who always close to the environment. So, I felt very, very, very, very happy. I celebrated my 23rd birthday there. So, main reason, after my exam, I felt some stress. So, a few of my friends and me both went there to celebrate my birthday. So, it's been two weeks that I enjoyed more. I enjoyed more of the time. Basically, the Munnar is like a place with a mountain. So, I took the bus from the Munnar and then I took the auto. So, it's like three to, it's like around eight to nine hours travel. In the travel time, we can, if you're lucky, we can, you can see the animals like elephant, sometimes wild animals also there. If you're lucky, definitely you'll be see them. So, I recommend everyone to visit the place because it's one of the wonderful place I ever visited in my life.

    Band 6-7

    IELTS Learner

    13 days ago

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    The best countryside area I have been into is Dubai. I had visited Dubai last month with my family for a family vacation. Dubai is an extraordinary place as there are long buildings and it is a futuristic place where all the upcoming things are shown on a big screen. It describes all the things there situated and it tells us about the things that are going to come in the upcoming future. I had visited a museum which contained all the artifacts that were made in Dubai and that were handmade. The most famous thing there was perfumes because the perfumes over there are very special for the persons. The politeness of the people, the calmness of the people and the humbleness of the people had been the most beautiful thing that I had ever seen. The places that I had visited were just memorable because I carried each and every memory over there.

    Band 6-7

    IELTS Learner

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    I'm passionate about traveling. I love traveling different sorts of places to to know each other and get to explore different kinds of places. Now I would like to talk about a particular countryside area that I visited a few years ago. That is one of my friend's village. The village name is Raghugandhi Brum. It is located in Jainvandam district. Why I visited that particular countryside village? Because two years ago my friend has invited me to join his housewarming function. At the time my friend I was working together in one of the private companies. My friend not only invited me but also invited some of my office colleagues. My colleagues and I went to my friend's village due to his function celebration. In that village we stayed two days. In that on the two days we explored different places in that village. I enjoyed every scenery of the village. Still I remember some instance in that particular village. My friend and I visited the nearby temple which was located in which was located nearby the river. The temple was very beautiful and awesome.

    Band 6-7

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    I like to go to Kuthiyadi. It's a countryside area of my country and I went there with my family. The place was a scenic place and there is so many things we can see like mountains, river or ponds like that and we can spend our time as well. There are so many trees and there are so many places to play for children. I like to spend my time and at the countryside is my is the Kuthiyadi.

    Band 6-7

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    Actually, I belong to the countryside area, like some rural areas, because my village is in, it's called my hometown. Here I would like to talk about rural area, what I visit recently. Actually, me and my husband visit my hometown, which is a kind of a rural area, or a landside. It's quite exciting, because I like to go there. It's so much greenery over there, very quiet and decent places. Everybody is ready to help you, everybody is ready for your honours, in your hospitality. So I really like that type of places. Furthermore, one of my favourite places is my village, because I know that area very much. In a year, if I'm talking about, I like every two or three months go there, and visited all the peoples who lived over there, and go the farmland, and see the all kind of agriculture things. So there are a lot of things to explore right there. And I really enjoyed that type of things, and I also want to explore to my son to see all such that type of things. Eventually, when we go there, like we have, if we have a lot of time in our hands, we explore some agriculture things.

    Band 5-6

    IELTS Learner

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    The countryside I went to was Mararikulam which is a small village situated near to my area. I went to that area for my friend's birthday party and I explored that place with my friends also and Arjun, Praveen, Amal was my friends who came with me and the the area was so good peaceful area which helped me to spend a lot of time there and also that helped me to give me a lot of peaceful atmosphere and I really like that place because the place is filled with trees and also there are many animals like goats cows and I really like animals and trees that's why I really enjoy that those time on there and then after I came back to my home I really think to go back to that place again and recently with my parents I go to that place and my parents also really like that place because then they never went to that that kind of place before and they explained me that like they really like to spend time on that place and they really want to go again and they recommended to their friends on many occasions and like whenever I get time I really like to go to that place and and I really

    Band 5-6

    IELTS Learner

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    Surprising. I love to explore the hidden regions that are located outside the country, outside the country, outside the area. That's in the past, in the past year, we went, we want to, we want to go, we want, we went in a marcher in the Sakho village with my friends and with my teachers. This trip was planned by my college teachers and we, we have, with my 20 friends and 4 teachers, we camping, we camping in Sakho village, we go, we want, we went 20 march 2023 and reach in Sakho village 20, 21 march 2023 and it is a very, very surprising moment, moment and trip. See, it's very, environment is very beautiful and sun rising and sunset are, sunset are heart touching moment for us. His, his people, young peoples are very polite in this village and very cooperative. We camped at night and bonfire also, camped at night and bonfire also. That's make me joy and disconnect with the stress and anxiety of my mind, stress and anxiety of my friend mind. That's we, we, we, we done many activity in this camp like river crossing, rope riding, rope riding, river crossing and crafting also. That's make me, make me joy and very peaceful and feel, feel like strong man and she is a, that's trip make me, that's trip make me connect with environment and how to learn how to connect with other stranger people. These, these people are very, very cooperative and also, also interact with me with no aggressive natures. This, these people are make, make food for us with free of cost. That's, it's, his favorite dish is susu and that's, that's.

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