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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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    Tip

    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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    Tip

    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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    One person who really helped protect the environment is my friend Anna. I met her at university about five years ago and since then she has inspired me a lot. She is very passionate about sustainability for example she started a community recycling program in our neighborhood. Every weekend she organizes a climate drive while we pick up litter in the park and separate waste for proper recycling. She also gives free workshops to teach people how to reduce plastic use and save energy at home. What I really admire about her is that she doesn't just talk about protecting the environment, she actually takes action and motivates others to join her. She even rides her bicycle everywhere instead of using a car which I find really impressive because of her. I have also become more conscious about my habits like carrying and recycling bags and bottles. I think she is making a real difference in our community and I feel really proud to know someone like her.

    Band 7

    One person I truly admire for their contribution to environmental protection is Afroz Shah. As Indian environmental activist and lawyer, he is best known for organizing the world's largest beach cleanup project at Versova Beach in Mumbai. It started around 2015 when he noticed that the beach was covered in garbage. Instead of waiting for authorities to act, he took the initiative and began cleaning it himself every weekend. His consistent efforts soon attracted hundreds of volunteers, including school children, local residents, and even celebrities. Together they removed thousands of tons of plastic waste over several months. What inspires others the most is his leadership by example. He never gave big speeches, instead he got his hands dirty and proved that one person can make a massive difference. He also educates people about waste segregation and reducing plastic use. I admire him because he didn't just complain, he took action. His dedication to the environment, persistence, and humility makes him a true role model. His work has been also recognized by the United Nations.

    Band 7

    One inspiring individual who has made a significant contribution to protecting the environment is, I would say that Afroz Shah, an environmental activist and lawyer based in Mumbai. He is globally recognized for launching the world's largest beach clean-up drive at Sova Beach in Mumbai, Maharashtra. His journey began in 2015 when he noticed that the beach near his home was covered in plastic and other waste. Instead of ignoring the problem, he began collecting trash every weekend. Initially, he worked alone, but soon local residents, students and volunteers started joining him. Over the course of more than 80 weeks, they removed over 20 million kilograms of waste. His efforts to go beyond just cleaning, he actively promotes behavioral change, especially by educating slum dwellers on waste segregation, reducing plastic waste and recycling. His work is aligned with India's national initiatives like Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and Plastic Waste Management Rules. What truly sets him apart is his focus on community-led initiatives, which is a key aspect of environmental governance in India. His work embodies the spirit of Article 51A of the Indian Constitution, which calls upon every citizen to protect and improve the natural environment. He has also been awarded the UN Champion of Earth Award in the UN's highest environmental honour, which further reflects the global impact of his actions. Moreover, his campaign has led to the return of All You Rightly Turtles to Verzova Beach after decades, which is an ecologically successful story. This shows the grassroots-level initiatives can contribute to climate resilience.

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    Well, the person I am talking about is a commissioner in Nodal Agency, which is a group which is located in the state of Karnataka. They have done many things to conserve biodiversity and also the species, endangered species. They have done the act of National Action Plan for Climate Change. They have inspired people to not to use private transport or private commute. They have suggested all the people to take public transport to reduce the air pollution that is released from the cars or bikes or motorbicycles. And they have taken the actions like National Water Mission. They have inspired our communities to conserve water in every usage of daily life and switch off the electricity where electricity use lot of water for the production of electricity. Then they have taken several steps to conserve the endangered species, wildlife sanctuaries such as birds and animals. They have created a good zoo where endangered species can live their life. I admire them so much and I believe that doing such things would help us to save this environment and have a good life without being much threat to this environment.

    Band 7

    Today I want to talk about my neighbor. He is an old man and he is passionate about protecting plants and growing them in proper way. He is a big fan of agriculture as he has his own garden with varieties of trees. Whenever I get leisure time, I prefer to go inside his small field and ask him about the trees and plants and what are the benefits of it. Moreover, he also participated in campaigns related to plantations. What I really admire is that he loves to protect environment and also he helped me to connect with spiritual things like he teaches me or tells me the stories regarding old temples, how the life of gods and also which flower is favorite of which lord. Moreover, he helped me a lot in my homework when I was a kid, but now he has become too older so it's hard for him to manage everything. So I help him sometimes.

    Band 7

    If I have to talk about the person who I look forward to... If I have to talk about the person who helps to protect the environment... I have to take my father as my role model. My hometown is in a deserted area. You know how desert has less trees and everything. We say that there is no water and those things. But let me tell you something. My father, what has he done? He has created a complete garden in our society. So basically he goes there every day, water the plants and trees. He helps them grow vegetables and all of them in the same garden. So it's an open area. Everyone has access to it. They can see how he is working. Some people also came to help him. After the collaborative efforts of my whole society... Now they have a complete garden where children can play. People can go for walks. It's like he brings the people together. He brought the people together to learn and grow the plants and trees. He is teaching them the importance of the plants. So whenever there is a function there... We all come together there and listen to people. We enjoy ourselves in the garden. He started with nothing. When he was in the army, he didn't want to be free anytime. So he did that there only. I really enjoy it. Whenever I see the garden, whenever I go home... That's the first thing I see. I go there, sit there and play with my friends, talk to people. I get to connect with people there all the time. It really helps everyone. It's really motivational to me that how that person... He had nothing there. He created a complete garden out of nothing in a deserted area. It really excites me and makes me proud.

    Band 7

    A person who helped and helps to protect the environment is this old woman from the state of Tamil Nadu. Though I forgot her name, I remember that she planted over 1000 trees in the span of 80 years. For this, she received a very prestigious award from the President of India known as the Padma Bhushan which is usually given to the people in the service sector. Not only this, she inspired many people in India to plant trees for the sake of future generations and also she inspired many women and men from her community to plant trees which is now become a huge forest and is a home to many wild animals and birds. I admire her because of her patience and the challenges she had gone through in her life. Despite that, she always stayed strong and helped people to give an eco-friendly environment.

    Band 7

    I'd like to talk about my uncle, Rajesh, who is very passionate about protecting the environment. He lives in a small town and works as a school teacher, but outside of work, he spends a lot of his time involved in environmental activities. One of the main actions he takes is organizing tree plantations drives every month. He works with local schools and community groups to plant trees in open spaces and encourage people to take care of them. Over the past two years, he and his team have planted hundreds of trees in our area. He also promotes rainwater harvesting and has even installed a system at his own house, which has inspired many of his neighbors to do the same. Another way he protects the environment is by reducing plastic use. He always carries reusable bags, avoids single-use plastics, and educates others about the harmful effects of plastic pollution. In fact, he once gave a presentation at my school about how students can make small changes like using metal bottles and saying no to the plastic straw. He really inspires others through his actions. He's not just talking about change, he lives it every day. Because of him, many people in our community have started becoming more environmentally responsible. Even I have started using less plastics and have participated in a few tree plantation events with him. I admire him a lot because he's consistent and genuinely cares about the planet. He doesn't do it for fame or rewards. He does it because he believes in making the world better for future generations.

    Band 7

    The person whom I admire for protecting the environment is none other than my beautiful sister. Since from my childhood, she used to plant a lot of trees and plants in our streets. Due to her persistent effort, we can have a lot of shade in our streets. It took years for us to realize the way she has been handling her environment. It inspired me to adopt Therese Corden at our residence. Even though she is not graduated in environmental activities, I still consider her as an environmentalist.

    Band 7

    One person I would like to talk about is my friend. She was my classmate who was also a fashion designer. She was extremely passionate about sustainability and make a real effort to protect the environment through her work. What makes her stand out is a unique approach to the fashion. She reuses all recycled old clothes to create an entirely new outfit. So instead of buying new fabrics or reducing waste, she used to collect second-hand garments, unused textile or even damaged clothes and creatively transform them into a stylish piece. For example, she once turned an old pair of jeans and a faded cotton shirt into a trendy jacket and skirt set. Her designs are not only environmental friendly but also very fashionable which inspire people to look at recycled fashion into a new light. As a person, she's very thoughtful and highly driven and creative. She's genius. We care about the planet and always try to educate others on the importance of sustainable living. She often shares tips on social medias about how to reduce waste, recycle clothes or repurpose household items. I really admire her because she proves that small action when done consistently and creatively can make a big difference. She has managed to blend her passion for fashion with a strong environmental message and that's something I find truly inspiring about her. She's a great example of how we can all contribute to protecting the environment in our own way.
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