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Describe a person who helps to protect the environment: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Who this person is?
  • What actions they take?
  • How they inspire others?
  • And explain why you admire them.
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Cue 1:Who this person is?

  • Introduce the person by name and their relationship to you, such as a friend, family member, or community leader.
  • Provide a brief background about their passion for environmental protection.

Example

The person I want to talk about is my uncle, Rajesh. He is an environmental activist who has dedicated his life to protecting nature. Ever since I was a child, I have seen him involved in various environmental initiatives, which has inspired me greatly.

Cue 2:What actions they take?

  • Describe specific actions this person takes to protect the environment, such as organizing clean-up drives or planting trees.
  • Mention any projects or campaigns they are involved in that have made a significant impact.

Example

Rajesh organizes monthly clean-up drives in our local park and has planted over a thousand trees in our community. He also runs workshops to educate people about recycling and reducing plastic use, which has helped raise awareness among many residents.

Cue 3:How they inspire others?

  • Explain how this person motivates others to join their cause, perhaps through their enthusiasm or by leading by example.
  • Share any stories of how they have influenced friends or family to take action for the environment.

Example

His passion is contagious. Many of my friends have joined him in his clean-up drives, and he often shares inspiring stories on social media, encouraging others to take part. He has even inspired my younger sister to start her own small garden at home, promoting the idea of growing plants.

Cue 4:And explain why you admire them.

  • Discuss the qualities you admire in this person, such as their dedication, knowledge, or ability to connect with others.
  • Reflect on how their actions have positively impacted your own views on the environment.

Example

I admire Rajesh for his unwavering commitment to the environment and his ability to inspire change in others. His dedication has made me more aware of my own habits, and I now try to reduce waste and recycle more. He shows that one person can truly make a difference.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, my uncle Rajesh is a remarkable person who not only protects the environment but also inspires those around him to do the same. His actions remind us that we all have a role to play in safeguarding our planet for future generations.

    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

    Avoid being too general when describing the person. Vague answers can make your response less engaging and informative, which may not impress the examiner.

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    Provide specific examples of the person's actions and characteristics to create a clearer picture of who they are.

    2: Neglecting Personal Impact

    Failing to explain how the person inspires others can weaken your response. It's important to show the broader impact of their actions on the community.

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    Include anecdotes or examples of how this person has motivated others to take action for the environment.

    Lack of Personal Connection

    Not expressing why you admire this person can make your answer feel impersonal. Personal connections add depth to your response.

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    Tip

    Share a personal story or feeling that illustrates your admiration for the person's efforts in protecting the environment.

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    Our environment is something that should not be taken for granted and in that field I would like to talk about a person or actually a group of individuals who helped to protect my local environment, my local pocket of greenery. This is a local NGO called Go Green. It is founded by a lady who I admire a lot, her name is Sakshi Thomas. She is very inspirational, I love her life story. She founded this group around 5 years ago to keep up the greenery of my local community. They have a lot of projects underway, they help in the upkeep of the parks, of the roads and playgrounds. They conduct several cleaning drives and also promote awareness among the residents and citizens of this area that I dwell in. I have several reasons to admire them, one being their unselfish motives in keeping the area clean and green. Secondly they do this out of their own generosity and resources without accepting outside help. They do have several sponsors but that is purely out of goodwill. Lastly they have made me want to be a better person and care about my environment and about my future. So to that end I have also signed up to volunteer with this group to clean up the local parks and playgrounds. I do think that this will be a very interesting and challenging endeavor for me and help me become a better person as well.

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