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Describe a famous person you would like to meet: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Who he/she is
  • How you knew him/her
  • How/where you would like to meet him/her
  • And explain why you would like to meet him/her
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Cue 1:Who he/she is

  • Introduce the famous person clearly, mentioning their name and what they are known for.
  • Provide a brief background about their achievements or contributions.

Example

The famous person I would like to meet is Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, who was an esteemed scientist and the 11th President of India. He is widely recognized for his role in India's space and missile programs and is often referred to as the 'Missile Man of India'.


Cue 2:How you knew him/her

  • Explain how you became familiar with this person, whether through books, media, or personal experiences.
  • Share any specific instances or works that inspired you.

Example

I first learned about Dr. Kalam in school when we studied his book 'Wings of Fire', which narrates his journey from a humble background to becoming a leading scientist. His life story deeply inspired me and motivated me to pursue my dreams.


Cue 3:How/where you would like to meet him/her

  • Describe the ideal setting for the meeting, whether it’s a formal event, a casual setting, or a specific location.
  • Mention any particular activities you would like to do during the meeting.

Example

I would love to meet Dr. Kalam at a science exhibition or a motivational seminar where he is speaking. I imagine sitting in a cozy café afterward, discussing his experiences and insights on innovation and education.


Cue 4:And explain why you would like to meet him/her

  • Discuss the qualities of the person that you admire and why they resonate with you.
  • Explain how meeting them could impact your life or aspirations.

Example

I would like to meet Dr. Kalam because he embodies humility, wisdom, and a passion for education. His belief in empowering the youth of India inspires me, and I hope to gain insights from him on how to contribute positively to society.


Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, meeting Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam would be a dream come true for me. His life and work have had a profound impact on my aspirations, and I believe that a conversation with him would not only inspire me further but also guide me on my journey to make a difference in the world.


    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: Lack of Specificity

    Being vague about who the person is or how you know them can weaken your response. Specific details make your answer more engaging and credible.

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    Tip

    Provide clear and specific information about the person's achievements and your connection to them to enhance your response.


    2: Ignoring the Cues

    Failing to address all the cues can lead to an incomplete answer. Each cue is important for a well-rounded response.

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    Make sure to systematically address each cue in your answer to ensure a comprehensive and structured response.


    Overly Simple Language

    Using overly simple language can make your response sound unprepared. It's important to demonstrate your language skills.

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    Incorporate a variety of vocabulary and sentence structures to showcase your English proficiency while remaining clear and understandable.


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    well, there are a lot of people in my country. but I would like to talk about one person whose name is Malik Man Khan. When I was in class 10, that time I saw an article about him and that time I thought about how to meet him because he is a down-to-earth person. He always helps some other people and recently I saw some article about him. Recently he started a new charity for some specific poor people and he always talks about helping people and giving some efforts to anyone who are able to do something. Recently I saw a newspaper about him. There were some special things about him. He is an actor and he can do everything for his film. Moreover, his father was a producer. When he was a child, he always wanted to be an actor. His father said that he should start a production but he denied that time. In that period of time, he could do everything for his career. He achieved a lot in his career. He always

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    I know I would like to meet APJ Abdul Kalam, whom I adore so much, because I have seen many of the books and recently I have went through a lot. I was knowing about him in internet and etc in every way, where I could find very valid information about him. He is such a great person and as far as I know, he is my motivation. I want to become scientist because of only him. He was the first famous scientist in India and he is also known as the missile man of India. He is the greatest man in it. He is a famous person as far as I know. According to me, the whole world knows he is the almighty scientist. APJ Abdul Kalam, he is family. According to me, his family is very poor and his father is a teacher, his mother is a homemaker and they had 6 to 7 siblings as far as I remember. But even though in those circumstances, he wanted to go for higher studies but in fact, his father couldn't able to pay that much because he had 7 to a lot of children. So, he need to pay even for them and need to take care of the family. So, APJ Abdul Kalam, also known as the missile man of India, he stood on his toes and he went for a job. First, he used to sell newspapers and afterwards, he used to sell or go for providing milk to each and every houses. He went through a lot and still he managed to become the greatest scientist ever in India.

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    But, he is very calm. So, I like him too. Yeah, sorry for bit from... I would like to meet Mr. Vijay. He is from Kollywood film industry. He is bit a very famous person in India. And his swag, attitude, his performance in movies are top notch. And I am a big fan of him. Other than that, I like his calmness or his very intention in people. The fan following for him are bit quite attractive features to all his fans. So, I am a huge fan of Vijay. More than that, I like his movie appearance and his acting professionals is more like a simple snap thing for him. So, I am following his path to become a good successful actor. And his swag is one of the mirror reflection to his fans. Because all of the fans are following such kind of his activities. More than that, he is a friendly fan following. His fans are also his devotees. So, I am like one of him. And I like him to meet in an audio launch event coming in November 20th near my hometown. So, I think he would come to that event. So, it's being a better option to meet him in an hall. So, I like such person like Vijay. So, I am his huge fan and I like him very much.

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