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Describe A Person Who Contributes To Society: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Who the person is?
  • How you knew him/her?
  • What type of work he/she does?
  • And explain why you think he/she contributes to the society?
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Cue 1:Who the person is?

  • Introduce the person by name and relationship to you.
  • Provide a brief background about their life or profession.

Example

The person I want to talk about is my uncle, Mr. Rajesh Kumar. He is a retired school teacher who dedicated over 30 years to educating children in our village.

Cue 2:How you knew him/her?

  • Explain your relationship with the person and how you met.
  • Share a personal anecdote that highlights your connection.

Example

I have known him since I was a child, as he is my father's younger brother. Growing up, I would often visit his house, where he would tell me stories about his students and the importance of education.

Cue 3:What type of work he/she does?

  • Describe the nature of the work the person does or did.
  • Mention any specific projects or initiatives they were involved in.

Example

Throughout his teaching career, he focused on improving literacy rates among underprivileged children. He also started a weekend tutoring program for kids who struggled in school, which has helped many students pass their exams.

Cue 4:And explain why you think he/she contributes to the society?

  • Discuss the impact of their work on the community.
  • Explain why you admire their contributions and how it inspires you.

Example

I believe my uncle contributes significantly to society because he has empowered countless children through education. His efforts have not only improved their academic performance but also instilled confidence in them. His dedication inspires me to give back to my community in similar ways.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, my uncle is a remarkable individual whose commitment to education has made a lasting impact on our society. His work exemplifies how one person's efforts can transform lives and uplift an entire community.

    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 Specific Examples

    Avoid vague descriptions of the person. Not providing specific examples can make your answer less engaging and memorable.

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    Tip

    Include specific instances of the person's contributions to society, such as projects they led or community events they organized.

    2: Overly General Statements

    Using general statements about society can weaken your response. It may seem like you are not fully understanding the person's impact.

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    Tip

    Focus on the unique aspects of the person's work and how it specifically benefits the community or society at large.

    Neglecting Personal Connection

    Failing to explain how you know the person can make your answer feel disconnected. Personal stories add depth to your response.

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    Tip

    Share a brief personal anecdote about your relationship with the person to illustrate your connection and their influence on you.

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    Band 6-7

    Well there are a lot of persons in my life whom I have seen contributing to society however today I would like to talk about a person who contributes to society, he is none other than my grandfather, he was a professor at Chitkara University in agricultural course, so he know a lot about plants and pesticides, so he know a lot about plants and pesticides, also I have seen him converting a back yard into a huge garden, he is very fond of gardening also he has a lot of knowledge about plants and flowers, initially he grew flowers like jasmine, rose, marigold and later then he started growing vegetables and fruits there such as tomato and many more, he use to prefer eat only organic things because he know that in today's world there is a lot of use of chemicals and pesticides.

    Band 6-7

    A person I think who contributes to the society is the founder and CEO of the company that I'm currently working with. I have known him since January 2024 by through an internship offer. So I have greatly inspired by his story, how he wants to educate school students on space science because he once lacked the opportunity and he started his own company in 2020 to educate school students and he trained many students on space science like aerodynamics, rocketry and satellites. So more than 25,000 students have been trained through his initiative and still there are workshops and industrial visits and internship offers being given to many students all across the nation. He even takes up many interstate workshops where the staff have to travel to Delhi, Orissa or even Noida sometimes. So we find those rural areas and it is really difficult for the students to get access about these kind of advanced technology topics like space. So we offer them training on this space science tech and I really admire him because he's giving the chances to students that he once couldn't get because of his financial situation. Yeah, so he's one of the person whom I think who contributes to the society very much.

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    I believe teachers are the people who contribute the most towards the building of the society. And I believe this as the teachers, they build citizens of tomorrow. They have always taught selflessly. They have given the value education to the little people, to the little citizens of tomorrow, the future. They build the ones who are actually in charge of the country in the future. And they will take charge, they will make and break the society into new and better tomorrow. So I believe that is the reason I think teachers contribute the most. They teach us not only just subjects but also the way we lead our life. If a student is influenced by a good teacher at the early stages of his or her life, it may change the way the student perceives the world around him or her. For example, I had a teacher who used to teach my mother tongue Bengali back then in our school. And she was very kind back in my primary days. She was very kind and she always taught us to help others. She always spoke so friendly and that is the way we grew up. The children who got exposure to her, we grew up thinking being friendly, being helpful, being kind is normal. It is the standards. So she set the bar so high and we as children didn't realize how much effort it took. We just, without thinking much of it, we just followed her. And it was easy. If a child grows up cruelly and then tries to be kind, it might be difficult. But for someone who grew up with the same kindness,

    Band 6-7

    I'm talking about APJ Abdul Kalam. He was the president of India and he contributed in many fields like science and technology and even in many other fields. He was a boy from a small town in Tamil Nadu. He faced a lot of challenges and finally he achieved what he wanted to do. And he contributed many things to this society and it has a great impact on the society too.

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    Firstly the person I know who contributes to society is my mom. She grow a plant in the backyard of our house and we get fresh fruits and vegetables from there and fresh oxygen too. They help in taking carbon dioxide. Moreover it is very helpful for the neighbors too to get fresh air. Or the person who is passing by our house is having a different type of aroma. As I don't live near any industrial area where the smoke and pollution are usually found. So instead of that my mother try to grow some plants which give basic natural fruits or vegetables. And she has a vast knowledge about plants and pesticides.

    Band 6-7

    The person here I would like to talk about is Diljit Dosanjh. He is a popular Punjabi singer and considered among the most popular people in India. Not only in India, he is famous all over the world. I came to know about him from listening his song Chhala, which was recommended to me by my friend Sara. This song is based on about how people used to live in the history or past and how they are living right now. He is a very kind person and always stood first in helping their country. He always gave 10% of his payments in charity and also organized welfare camps for people. From his interview, I came to know about that during recent floods, he has adopted many villages in Punjab and contribute in rebuilding them. I think he is the one who encourage me the most and motivates me to do better, to achieve my goals and serve my country in more better way. He is a very kind hearted person and always look forward to help people. If I would get a chance, I would love to meet this kind of personality as it's rare to find such people in this world right now.

    Band 6-7

    The world is brimmed with different kinds of people. Some are optimistic, some are pessimistic and some are jack-of-all-trades. But here I would like to talk about a person who contributes to the society. She is none other than an apple of my eye, my mother. She is in her late 40s and she is a philanthropist. She is a down-to-earth personality. She always encourages me to do best in my life and tries to lend a helping hand to needy people. I think there are many various ways from which they contribute to the society. Firstly, she is a teacher and she always assists poor people in studying. She always lends a helping hand towards poor people and destitute sections. She always reflects the saying that Rome was not built in a day. She was not born with a silver spoon but she found the midnight oil to hit the jackpot in her life. Overall, I think my mother is a great person. She always contributes to the society. I think she is a role model of mine and I can learn so many things from her.

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    A person who contributes to the society is my educator named R.S. Arora. He was my educator in Masters. I met him when I was pursuing AMCOM at University. He delivers the lecture in such a manner that everybody listens and understands him properly. He was my educator. A person who contributes to the society is my teacher. His name is R.S. Arora and I met him at University when I was pursuing AMCOM. He is one of the courteous, kind, deliberate and the most intelligent person. By delivering his lectures he contributes to the society. He is not only delivering the lecture but apart from that he motivates the children as well. I know that he is one of the best educator till now. As he is the HOD, Head of the Department and by delivering his lectures he inspires the children and in this manner he is disseminating the things in the society. He always uses to deliver the lecture in such a manner that children get more and more knowledge about the topic as well the real life. He teaches them the moral lessons as well which helps the learners to inculcate good habits among them. So he is one of the most eminent personality at campus who is contributing to the society by not providing the education only but also by delivering the most important moral inspiration.

    Band 6-7

    Well, one person who immediately comes to my mind is Sonu Sood, an Indian actor who became widely admired by his incredible social work, especially during COVID-19 pandemic. I first came to know about him through news channels and social media posts that highlighted how he was helping thousands of people who were stranded during lockdown. He arranged transportations for migrant workers to return home safely, provided medical support and even helped students who are struggling to pay their fees. What makes him truly remarkable is that he didn't do all this for publicity. He used his own resources and built a team that will continue to support people in need. I think he sets an example of empathy and his willingness to take action when most people simply sympathise. He has shown that fame and influence can actually be used for something meaningful. Personally, I admire him not just as an actor but as a compassionate human being. His work inspires me to believe that even small acts of kindness can make a big difference in society.
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