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Describe A Quiet Place You Like To Go: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Where is it?
  • When do you like to go there?
  • What do you do there?
  • Why do you like to visit there?
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Cue 1:Where is it?

  • Begin by describing the location of the quiet place, including any notable landmarks or features.
  • Mention how accessible it is and any specific details that make it unique.

Example

The quiet place I love to visit is a small park called Cubbon Park, located in the heart of Bangalore. It’s surrounded by tall trees and beautiful gardens, making it a perfect escape from the city's hustle and bustle.

Cue 2:When do you like to go there?

  • Specify the time of day or season when you prefer to visit this place.
  • Explain any particular reasons for choosing that time, such as weather or personal schedule.

Example

I usually like to go there early in the morning, around 6 AM. At that time, the park is peaceful, and I can enjoy the fresh air and the sound of birds chirping, which sets a positive tone for my day.

Cue 3:What do you do there?

  • Describe the activities you engage in while at this quiet place.
  • Share how these activities contribute to your relaxation or enjoyment.

Example

When I’m at Cubbon Park, I enjoy walking along the paths, reading a book on a bench, or simply meditating under a tree. These activities help me unwind and clear my mind from daily stress.

Cue 4:Why do you like to visit there?

  • Explain the emotional or psychological benefits you gain from visiting this place.
  • Mention any personal memories or experiences that enhance your connection to the location.

Example

I love visiting Cubbon Park because it provides me with a sense of tranquility that I can’t find elsewhere. It reminds me of my childhood when I used to play there with my friends, and it always brings back fond memories.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, Cubbon Park is my favorite quiet place because it offers a perfect blend of nature and peace. It’s a sanctuary where I can escape the chaos of city life and recharge my mind and spirit.

    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 unclear and unengaging. Specific details help the examiner understand your experience better and make your response more interesting.

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    Tip

    Include specific details about the place, such as its location, features, and what makes it special to you.

    2: Lack of Structure

    Failing to organize your thoughts can lead to a confusing response. A well-structured answer helps convey your ideas clearly and logically.

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    Tip

    Follow the cue prompts in order: start with where it is, then when you go, what you do, and why you like it.

    Overly Short Answers

    Providing very short answers can make it seem like you have little to say. This can limit your score as it shows a lack of fluency and vocabulary.

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    Tip

    Expand on each cue by giving examples or personal anecdotes to create a more engaging and detailed response.

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    Band 7

    One quiet place I absolutely love visiting is Manali in winters. Especially the stretch around Old Manali and the road that leads towards Sulangwali after a fresh snowfall. As soon as the tourist crowds thin out in January or February, the whole town becomes magically silent. Blanketed in thick soft snow that seems to swallow every sound. I usually stay in a small wooden cottage in Old Manali and early in the morning I walk up the narrow pine covered path behind the village. There's hardly anyone around, just the occasional creak of snow under my boots and gentle hiss of the Beas river far below. The air is crisp and smells of pine and wood smoke from distant chimneys. Sometimes the only movement is a lone magic hoping from branch to branch or tiny snowflakes drifting down without a sound. My favourite spot is a little clearing halfway up the hill where there's an old stone bench facing the snow capped peaks.

    Band 7

    A quiet place I would really love to visit again is Manali, a beautiful hill station nestled in the Himalayas in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. I first visited it during my college industrial visit and ever since then I wanted to go back, but this time not as a tourist with a group, but alone just to enjoy its peace and natural beauty. What makes Manali truly special is its tranquil atmosphere. Even though it's a popular tourist spot, there are certain corners like the old Manali village where you can experience absolute calm. I remember walking along the Beas river and hearing nothing but the sound of flowing water and rustling trees. The air was crisp and refreshing. The entire place has this magical sense of calm that you rarely find in Lavi Mumbai. If I get a chance to go there again, I'd love to spend my mornings watching the sunrise over the mountains and evenings sipping hot coffee in a cafe overlooking the valley. I'd probably try some yoga or journaling sessions because the peaceful environment would be perfect for self-reflection. I think what draws me to Manali is that it feels like a complete escape from the noise and constant rush of city life. It's a place where I can slow down, reconnect with myself and simply breathe in the beauty of nature. For me, Manali isn't just a destination, it's a state of calmness and clarity that I always crave. I believe if I had a chance to go there right now, I would just pack up my things, take up the bus and reach there as soon as possible. This is one of my favourite destination places that I've travelled to and this is where I would like to be if I want to find some peace and calm in my life and reconnect back with nature.

    Band 7

    The first thing that comes to my mind when I hear the words a quiet place is a farm that my family owns back in the countryside just about 100 km from the place I live. So the main reason why I consider or say that this is a very quiet place is because when you step inside the farm in the middle of it there is almost no sounds of traffic or people screaming or heavy machinery working because this is amidst dense forest and shrub cover. So there is almost no possibility of hearing the general huzzle and bustle of the city or the city life. It's certainly one of the most serene places I have ever visited in my life and the moment you come inside or step in there you instantly have a clear mindset and you are able to breathe better and your mind is calmer and you can sit back and relax and have a good time. I always prefer visiting my farm whenever time permits but usually I would visit there whenever my cousins get together or my family gets together.

    Band 7

    The place I would like to go to is Hampi. One might think that Hampi is very busy with lot of tourists but there are a few places that are very quiet and serene. I don't remember exactly the name of the temple but it is an old ruined temple and the stone pillars, the beautifully carved temple is so peaceful that I would love to meditate in such a place. Even though the temperature is very high and the sun is very harsh, if one goes into that temple it will be so peaceful and apart from that the sunsets there, rivers and various natural features embrace the principles of biophilia so well and the temples complement it as well. So, that is a place that I would love to go to apart from just meditation and looking at the natural elements of the place. One thing about Hampi is that it is a natural encyclopedia. So, every time I go to a temple, I wonder how details are done. So, a smallest detail from etching a small piece of stone to the entire building in itself, like how pillars are supported, how the slab rests on the pillar is also beautifully done and intricate that every time I go, I have something new to learn there. So, one more thing is that the panels outside the temple are etched according to the age group. The lower band has animals where kids can see and then there are human activities which are at the level of an adult, of a teenager and then there are gods above all of them. So, every detail teaches a lot and there is a lot of things to explore everywhere.

    Band 7

    So, a quiet place that I would like to visit would definitely be the National Library located in South Kolkata. I would like to visit this place in the weekends because I would be able to spend much more time reading books in the library. I would read books ranging from history, sociology to law. Further, I would like to spend a lot of time in this place because I feel that reading is a really important skill that is slowly getting lost in today's fast-paced world. Today, we have so less time and so much work to do that we have forgotten to take that little bit of time for ourselves and read something which we enjoy reading in order to relax our minds. Moreover, knowing the history of India and Kolkata is something that I have wanted to do since a long time. I haven't really got the chance because of my hectic schedule and due to studying subjects like law which takes most of my time. However, now that I will get the opportunity, I would like to go to this quiet place called the National Library in Kolkata and take a cup of coffee and enjoy my time over there reading books which is rich in history of India.

    Band 7

    One place I can think of is Marine Drive in Bombay. I wouldn't say that it is a quiet place, but it surely gives you the peace you need. I like to visit in the evening hours when the sun is about to set. The reason being, the kind of sunsets that you can see are picturesque and nothing can fathom the beauty of that golden hour. Furthermore, you see so many people sitting there engrossed in their thoughts completely. That makes you think about the beauty of life and how an individual can enjoy their own company. Secondly, if you ask me, there are people performing on the sites and some vendors selling toys. Or coffee and some hot chocolate. People even offer to massage your feet or offer you a great head massage. So these are the kind of activities one can enjoy just by sitting at the sea.

    Band 6-7

    Today I am talking about Thiruvananthapuram. It is a capital of Kerala. I have visited this city a long time ago. It is one of the most beautiful city in Kerala. I think in all over the world it is very clean and gives a fresh air to us. When I travel through Thiruvananthapuram, I feel a sense of safety and comfort in this place. It is one of the city covered with lush green with a modern style. I would recommend anyone to come here and visit this city. The people here are very friendly and nice to us. One of the tourist spots in the city is a museum where families come together and spend a lot of time there. Another is Padmanabha temple which is one of the wealthiest temple in the world. The other thing is the IT hub. There are so many dams, hill stations and beaches in Thiruvananthapuram. One of the most beautiful beaches in Thiruvananthapuram is Anjuthanga beach. When I visited Anjuthanga beach, I felt a calm sensation all over my body and I felt very safe in there.

    Band 6-7

    Well, I remember last year I went to the Sukhna Lake with my friends and the family. It was an amazing place and we enjoyed a lot. We had tried a new experiences like I had tried the new food like sushi for the very first time. It was quite decent for me and I have no spice, so I am a spice lover, so I don't like it. But although it was amazing, the service by the cafe was too appreciable. In fact, we also talked to the stranger like I remember there was a quite disagreement between my two friends to guide the way to the tourist for the cafe because he was feeling hungry and they both are confused. This somehow upset me when they disagreed, but I had resolved the matter as soon as possible. Moreover, we also watched the sunset and it made me feel relaxed from all the hustle and bustle in my life. So I had enjoyed a lot over there. Moreover, there were the wildlife sanctuaries and the lake in between. So we go for extracurricular activities like boating, rafting and visiting to watch the animals like birds, wildlife and animals. Moreover, I had seen vendors who are selling their products in a low cost and it benefits me a lot like I am fond of buying things at a cheaper rate in order to save my money. Moreover, I also suggest that we should have a painting like they were making a sketch.

    Band 6-7

    Yes, my favorite quiet place is my hometown, that is my home itself. Whenever I get some free time or if there is an actual scheduled whole week, so I just want to get some relaxation and rest. So at that time, mostly in the weekends, I just visit my hometown and it is in Channa Patna which is between the greenery and it is also famous for Toy City, Karnataka. So I just go by bus or train or public transportation I use and I will have my own time and I'll be relaxed there. My room have been really decorated well for my mood, like according to my mood and I'll be so calm and I can actually be productive when I go there. So I can think for longer time and I make plans for future. That is a quiet place where nobody will come to disturb me and I'm a queen for that place especially. So I just like to go to my hometown every single break that I get in weeks.

    Band 6-7

    I would love to go to the place Edinburgh in Scotland. It is so peace and quiet there. It is so beautiful there and I would go in the period of February to May because it's the best season to go in there and I love to go and it is my dream destination because of the atmosphere, the people who are so friendly and kind, the scenery, it is just heaven and the people, the places, the experience it gives you, the adventure, everything is just super cool.
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