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Describe A Natural Place (E.G., Parks, Mountains): IELTS Speaking Cue Card

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  • What is it?
  • Where is it, and when did you see it?
  • Did you go with someone?
  • How did you feel after visiting that place?
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Cue 1:What is it?

  • Begin by clearly identifying the natural place you want to describe, such as a park or mountain.
  • Include some unique features or characteristics that make this place special.

Example

The natural place I want to describe is the beautiful Nainital Lake, located in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand. It's a stunning crescent-shaped lake surrounded by lush green hills, and it's known for its serene beauty and boating activities.


Cue 2:Where is it, and when did you see it?

  • Mention the location of the place and provide context about when you visited it.
  • Share any specific memories or events that made your visit memorable.

Example

I visited Nainital Lake last summer during my family vacation. We traveled there in June, and the weather was perfect for exploring the outdoors. The cool breeze and clear skies made the experience even more enjoyable.


Cue 3:Did you go with someone?

  • Explain who you went with and the significance of their company during the visit.
  • Share any activities you did together that enhanced your experience.

Example

I went with my parents and younger sister. We spent the day boating on the lake, which was a lot of fun. My sister and I enjoyed splashing water at each other while my parents relaxed and took pictures of the beautiful scenery.


Cue 4:How did you feel after visiting that place?

  • Reflect on your emotions and thoughts after the visit.
  • Discuss any lasting impressions or lessons learned from the experience.

Example

After visiting Nainital Lake, I felt incredibly refreshed and grateful for the beauty of nature. The peaceful environment allowed me to unwind and bond with my family. It reminded me of the importance of taking breaks from our busy lives to appreciate the natural world.


Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, Nainital Lake is not just a beautiful natural place; it holds cherished memories for me and my family. The experience taught me to value nature and the time spent with loved ones, making it a visit I will always remember.


    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. Candidates often fail to provide specific details about the natural place, which can lead to a lack of clarity.

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    Tip

    Use descriptive language and specific examples to paint a vivid picture of the place you are describing.


    2: Ignoring the Cues

    Not addressing all the cues can result in an incomplete answer. Candidates sometimes focus on one aspect and neglect others, which can affect their score.

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    Make sure to answer all the cues in a structured manner to provide a comprehensive response.


    Overly Short Answers

    Providing overly short answers can make it seem like you lack knowledge or interest. Candidates often give one-sentence responses that do not fully explore the topic.

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    Tip

    Expand on your answers by adding personal feelings, experiences, and reflections to create a more engaging narrative.


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    The place I love to visit is beach. It is one of the best scenic views and it is located in my hometown because my my village is located near the seacoast of Arabian Sea and I visit it since my childhood. It is a place which gives me immense pleasure because it calms my nerves down after a hectic day. I love to go to beach and walk there or even sit alone. It helps me rewind and unwind the chaotic life which I have or the monotonous life which we go through. It gives a break from it. I really enjoy being at beach because it really gives a sense of refreshment. The cool breeze which hits our head just makes us grounded and the views are so wonderful that it mesmerizes me. Moreover, it can really really affect our health in a very good manner. Just by walking a few steps at the beach can relax your mind and gives you energy to start the day again from a fresh fresh start. So being at beach is wonderful.

    Band 6-7

    It's a mountain near Ramnagar district in Karnataka. We went there with friends and it was the most beautiful place I ever seen. We enjoyed trekking a lot, we climbed the mountains till the top and we enjoyed the view around the mountains. It's very huge and very interesting place to go. The mountain is located in the district of Ramnagar and we used to trek around the mountain and when came down and used to go to the park and went.

    Band 6-7

    The place that I would like to describe is parks. It is a natural place to hang out with some of our loved ones or with our friends or with our grandparents. So it is normally the park which I used to go. It is located near to the southern bed in a small town known as Malwar Hill. So actually I came to know about that park when I was in a school. So it is like a small park and beside that there is an athletic ground. So I used to have athletic sports in my school. So at that time we used to go and have the sports day over there. So at that time I just found this park and it was pretty good. And when I came to know about this park I just went home and I was really happy to share the experience with my parents. And the next day I just brought my parents to the park and we were having a really good time. And I just went there and I felt really good because the one thing about the park was really good that there is a separate section for each and every group of the people. As the children has a different section, the parents with their child has a different section. And even there is one good thing about it is that people can bring their loved ones and sorry the dogs, the cats or the pets normally we can say over there to have a walk and even there is a show which goes on every Sunday for animals. So yeah it was really fun having, going there.

    Band 6-7

    I went with my husband and the Mount Batur is tremendously beautiful. It has lots of flowers on it and we have done trekking to reach on Mount Batur. It is basically 1700 km above the surface. We visited there before 2 years and I love to go there again. When I first noticed about that mountain, I just thought in my mind that it is a normal mountain like others but when I go there and saw with my naked eyes, I was absolutely, I am on cloud 9 when I go there and saw it with my naked eyes. It is really a beautiful place. If someone can ask me where should I go for watching a mountain, I definitely told them to go to see Mount Batur.

    Band 6-7

    One of the natural places that I am about to describe is a place known as Sanki Tank. It is near my house around 5 to 6 km from where I stay. We can reach there either by an auto or car or two wheeler. It is a park which has a pond at the center and a walking path surrounding the path. The walking path covers a distance of around 2 km. I have been visiting this place since I was a kid. I have visited this place multiple times. There are even certain spots in the park where for practicing yoga or playgrounds for children to play which has slides and swings. There are also people walking. You can see different kinds of people walking in the walking path. Not just that, just sitting at the park and enjoying the view of the nature and getting that view of the pond just brings a sense of relaxation and peace within ourselves. And the park offers one of the most beautiful sunsets we can ever see. I love to visit the place in the evening during the time of sunset where I would just like to see the sunset with the overview of the pond which brings a lot of calmness into my mind. I have visited this place many times with my friends and cousins during different occasions and we usually end up walking in the park and having a cup of coffee.

    Band 6-7

    It's a quite small village. I am going to talk about my village Dandeli. It is just near about city Halyal. It's 5 km away from Halyal. And we have beautiful hill stations around our village, surrounding lakes and rivers. We are planning for our birthday parties besides of the river. And also my friend and my brother discussed about my party to gather besides of the river and enjoy some foods and some drinks. After that we take a bath in the river and that was awesome moment. And all are over the moon because it's very cold water and also the sunrises take place on that time. After my bathing we get together and make tea to drink and also enjoy a lot on the occasion of my birthday. After that we all are taken our bikes and came back to my village and discussed about the day spent well by sitting with our family members.

    Band 6-7

    India is a land of diverse places and one such a place that I would highly recommend to visit is Shimla. It is a charming hill station located in the northern part of India in Himachal Pradesh. It is a picturesque town surrounded by lush green forests and mountains which make it truly appealing. I went to Shimla two years ago during winter season with my family. The crisp cold weather and tranquil surroundings made it an unforgettable experience but makes Shimla truly special is not only the natural beauty but also the peaceful ambience. One can enjoy the natural beauty and can do snow activities at Kufri. It is a perfect place to visit for those who are nature lover and adventure.

    Band 6-7

    Natural places like beaches and mountains play a very key role for people to feel refreshed once they visit that place. For me, beaches are a bit more preferred than visiting the mountains. Very recently I visited Puri which is a sea beach located in the state of Orissa. I visited that particular place with my parents. We had a great time walking along the beach, enjoying certain food stalls and other stalls which were present along the beach. It is very beautiful to enjoy the sunset and moreover, the food, the seafood which we get to eat over there is something which one should never miss. In Puri, there is a Jagannath temple, a temple which is seriously believed by a number of Indians and the temple holds rich cultural heritage and value. People from diverse backgrounds do come in to enjoy the essence, the environment provided by the beach and the beautiful temple and its religious beliefs. I would love to visit the beach regularly and I make sure I often visit the beach in 2-3 months.

    Band 6-7

    So you know basically it was in the last year where I had this opportunity to go to Himachal Pradesh and it was on my first anniversary occasion where I went to Himachal Pradesh with my wife and we visited Manali and Shimla so you know Manali and Shimla are very famous for I mean the majestic mountains and their local cuisines. So over there we stayed for 7 days exploring different mountains and valleys and also doing many more activities such as river rafting and you know zip lining and etc. So it was a great experience and since it was my anniversary I mean we also had a candle night dinner in one of the hotels in Manali and I still whenever I recall that moment I feel very happy about it.

    Band 6-7

    Firstly, the natural place, it is nearby my hometown is, is none other than a park, which is very beautiful place. When I went to that place means for every weekend, I go to that place. Moreover, I love the place because it's very beautiful area, which I got very peaceful mind and it is near located to my hometown and at the end of the our hometown. Moreover, I prefer go to the park alone most of the times because in the alone only I'm maintaining a maintain a more peaceful and how is the place means it's all covered with natural looks and environment is very pretty good and even in the evening times it is very beautiful because the sunsets we can I can clearly see the sunset and in my opinion it is the best place to visit every weekend and I believe that for a peace of mind I must went to the park only additionally I got so personal to that park because no one is there in the park where I went to the park and finally it is the best place as a result I found a peace in that place so I prefer to go to place for every weekend and that's it.
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