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

You should say

  • Where is it?
  • When and why you went there?
  • Who you went there with?
  • And explain how you felt about it.
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Cue 1:Where is it?

  • Begin by mentioning the name of the countryside area and its location in India.
  • Describe some notable features of the area, such as its natural beauty or landmarks.

Example

The countryside area I visited is called Coorg, located in the southern part of India, in the state of Karnataka. It is known for its lush green hills, coffee plantations, and stunning waterfalls.

Cue 2:When and why you went there?

  • Mention the time of year you visited and the occasion for your trip.
  • Explain your motivation for choosing this particular destination.

Example

I went to Coorg last summer during my vacation in June. I wanted to escape the heat of the city and experience the serene beauty of nature, as I had heard so much about its picturesque landscapes.

Cue 3:Who you went there with?

  • Talk about the people you traveled with and your relationship to them.
  • Share any special memories or activities you enjoyed together.

Example

I traveled with my family, including my parents and my younger sister. We had a wonderful time exploring the coffee estates and trekking to the Abbey Falls, which brought us closer together as we shared laughter and created lasting memories.

Cue 4:And explain how you felt about it.

  • Express your emotions and thoughts about the experience.
  • Mention any lasting impressions or lessons you took away from the trip.

Example

I felt incredibly relaxed and rejuvenated during my time in Coorg. The fresh air and beautiful scenery made me appreciate the simplicity of nature. It was a refreshing break from my busy life, and I returned home with a sense of peace and a desire to explore more of India’s countryside.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, my visit to Coorg was a memorable experience that allowed me to connect with nature and my family. It reminded me of the beauty that exists outside the hustle and bustle of city life, and I hope to visit more countryside areas in the future.

    Following this structure will ensure you cover all the essential points while providing a clear and engaging response to the cue card topic.

    Tips to answer this Cue Card

    1: Vague Descriptions

    Using vague language can make your answer less engaging and informative. Avoid general statements that do not provide specific details about the countryside area.

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    Include specific features of the area, such as landscapes, activities, or local culture, to create a vivid picture for the examiner.

    2: Ignoring the Cues

    Failing to address all the cues can lead to an incomplete answer. This may result in a lower score as it shows a lack of structure in your response.

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    Make sure to systematically answer each cue, such as location, time, companions, and feelings, to provide a comprehensive response.

    Overly Simple Language

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    Band 7

    A countryside I have been visited is Poonmudi, located in the backdrop of picturesque hills, luscious valleys, verdant landscapes and idyllic countrysides. I visited Poonmudi for the first time in the year 2022 along with my friend for a small staycation in a resort there, named High Hills. I felt a lot of emotions together when I visited there, first and foremost, I felt the place was so colourful and resplendent because of its scenery, it offered me a constant source of comfort and a cathartic relief from the pressure of a busy schedule. What sets Poonmudi apart from other places is its soothing and emotionally enriching climate, Poonmudi not only helps me to unwind, but also connects me to my cultural roots.

    Band 7

    A countryside area that I have recently been to is Bhutan. In Bhutan, I specifically went to a Dzong, Dzong is nothing but a temple and it was situated in this countryside with water, surrounded with mountains and also a very small bridge. I went there in the month of March for the purpose of vacation for 10 days. The weather was super cold, the temperature was around 5 degrees to 10 degrees and I went there along with a group of 10 Bhutan people, 3 of them were girls including me and the rest of them were boys. This experience was exhilarating, amazing and also overwhelming. This Dzong was situated in such an area where nature came alive. My soul literally felt devotion, there was a glimpse of the cultural blast, the tradition of the Bhutanese festivals, what they wear, the colours, it was explosive.

    Band 7

    I once visited a countryside area near Udaipur in Rajasthan. I went there last winter during my school holidays with my family. We wanted a break from the busy city life so we planned a short trip. The place was surrounded by green fields, small hills and clear blue skies. I remember walking through narrow village paths, seeing farmers working in the fields and hearing birds everywhere. Like life there felt calm and simple compared to the city. I went with my parents and cousins and we spent the day exploring, eating local food and enjoying the fresh air. I felt very peaceful and refreshed there as if all stress was left behind. It gave me a sense of closeness to nature and a slower, more relaxed lifestyle.

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    I usually don't travel because of my grandmother's health. I remember I traveled six years ago to Agran and Mathura. It was a vacation with my family, a summer vacation to be more precisely, and we went to see Taj Mahal. Although the people around me were busy capturing its beauty into their mobile phones, but I was struck seeing its beauty. It was very beautiful, the way the marbles were crafted and the white color in the contrast with the garden around it, as well as whenever the sun illuminates and its light struck to the Taj Mahal makes it glow. It was such a beautiful moment that even today I couldn't forget. I always remember whenever I go to any vacation, but I still couldn't forget the Taj Mahal. As well as, other than Taj Mahal, I also went to Krishan Temple.

    Band 6-7

    well during these days I have an hectic schedule where I have to focus on my career and exams final exams and IELTS exam everything at a time but as per my memory I remember two months back I guess I visited Kalludevan early which is my actual birthplace where it is located in Dhodbalapura which is near Kadanuru Bangalore rural and there Jowar and Ragi are the main plants that actually we grow and probably coconut but these are the main crop plants and also there are different types of land there we call it like farming land grazing land etc and also temples like Swami Anjaneya temple Lord Hanuman so these kind of temples and there are also animals like cow, sheeps where we actually milk through cows and there are also lands where we grow food for them coming to a village life culture where you wake up at morning at 6 and you go and make sure that you bath the animals like cow, sheep etc and milk them go to dairy and put milk then come back do some rituals like puja etc after you take bath then tiffin then go to grazing land see what the condition is Jowar has been and what's the condition Ragi has been and also the amount of peace that village holds I never experienced before in these cities so I've enjoyed a lot in that place finally yeah for me when I actually want peace I usually visit there rather than in cities thank you

    Band 6-7

    A countryside area that I have been to was Davis, California, USA. I went there with my parents to meet my sister who was pursuing her masters there in the University of Davis. The first three days were the best for me. My sister took me and my parents on a long walk around the entire area, the campus, and we were able to explore, to look at the various landmarks, the nature, the beautiful nature, as well as the various areas, different parts of the campus. The entire campus is built on a countryside. The most favorite part, the most favorite place in that entire area was definitely the cow area where they keep the cows for breeding and human, wait, what?

    Band 6-7

    I went to Meghalaya in India. It is a place known for the amount of rainfall it gets. Meghalaya is a very beautiful place full of nature. I went there with my parents and it was a really amazing experience. Meghalaya is a hill. It's not developed. It's a place where you should go if you want to experience nature at its peak. Meghalaya is really beautiful with lots and lots of lakes, rivers, and mountains. It is recorded as the world's wettest place. That is, it receives a very high amount of rainfall. When I went there, at first, I did find it quite irritating. The amount of water, the level of water there, every day it rained. But one after one or two days, I did feel that that is such a peaceful place. The rain always settles the temperature even in summer. It's really beautiful to be there, to be with the nature. It's like being in the nature's lap and enjoying a rainfall. The food there, the local food by the local people, the villagers, they are very friendly. They invite you to their home just to have a chit-chat or talk and lunch. It's really pretty to be there and I felt really lively. I felt refreshed when I came back from Meghalaya after the trip.

    Band 6-7

    Countryside areas are also beautiful and relaxed places, people love to live in a countryside area. Today I would like to talk about a countryside area that I enjoyed most. To the best of my memory, last year I went to the Bhisara village. This is a countryside area and it is near Banga city from my hometown and it is very beautiful and all the facilities are available in this hometown such as electric, transportation and the network facility is also very good in this town. I love this town because of the peaceful nature where in this area there is one park named Green Park. I go there and enjoyed a lot of things and see a lot of children and old people enjoy different type of activities such as children enjoy cricket, football and other and old people did yoga and other things that relax their mind. Moreover at that time I sit on the table and enjoyed a lot of music because I feel very relaxed at that time and I click a lot of pictures in this site and upload on the Instagram and a lot of people ask me about this place and they want to go there and all around this was the place that is countryside.

    Band 6-7

    A countryside area I have frequently visited in recent years is my maternal. My maternal grandparents' village house is the most frequent countryside. My maternal grandparents have a farmhouse in North India, Uttar Pradesh in a small village. It is a countryside area and as a city girl, it's new to me, yet I have frequently visited that area. The last time I went there was in summer break. I went of course for vacations and to meet my grandparents, my grandmother and my grandfather and my cousins. I went there with my mother and my brother. I feel very much different in countryside than I feel in village. Recently I visited my maternal grandparents' farmhouse this summer break. It is in North India, Uttar Pradesh, a very small village. They have a big farm in it and a farmhouse. So it is kind of a vacation house for us. Each year we go there in summers. I went there with my mother and my brother to enjoy our summer holidays and to meet my grandmother and my grandfather and my aunt, uncle and cousin. I felt very different there. It is different from the city life here in Delhi, the capital. Here it is very crowded, chaotic, polluted, noisy. It is like everyone is rushing. Same routine, waking up early in the morning, going to school, going to work, then coming back in evening, same hectic and same routine, completing studies, studying till late night. Nothing is enjoyable here. But in village, it is calm, peaceful. I find solace there. I can just sit near the trees in the sunlight for hours and it still feels very peaceful. It is very quiet there. It is nice and windy, fresh wind, fresh air, nothing is polluted. It is very fun in Delhi.
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