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Describe A Resolution You Made In The New Year: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What is the resolution?
  • How will you complete it?
  • How do you feel about it?
  • Why did you make this resolution?
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Cue 1:What is the resolution?

  • Clearly state your New Year resolution and its significance to you.
  • Make sure to explain why this resolution is important in your life.

Example

My resolution for this New Year was to improve my physical fitness by exercising regularly. I realized that I had been neglecting my health, and I wanted to make a positive change.

Cue 2:How will you complete it?

  • Outline the specific steps you plan to take to achieve your resolution.
  • Mention any resources or support systems you will use to help you stay on track.

Example

To complete my resolution, I joined a local gym and set a schedule to work out at least four times a week. I also downloaded a fitness app to track my progress and stay motivated. Additionally, I asked a friend to join me, which makes exercising more enjoyable.

Cue 3:How do you feel about it?

  • Share your feelings about making this resolution and the journey so far.
  • Discuss any challenges you have faced and how they have affected your motivation.

Example

I feel quite positive about my resolution. Initially, it was challenging to stick to my workout schedule, especially with my busy job. However, as I started seeing improvements in my energy levels and mood, I became more motivated to continue.

Cue 4:Why did you make this resolution?

  • Explain the personal reasons that led you to make this resolution.
  • Connect your resolution to broader life goals or values.

Example

I made this resolution because I want to lead a healthier lifestyle and set a good example for my younger siblings. I believe that being fit not only improves my physical health but also enhances my mental well-being, which is essential for my overall happiness.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, my New Year resolution to improve my fitness is a significant step towards a healthier lifestyle. I am committed to achieving it and look forward to the positive changes it will bring in my life.

    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 your resolution. Vague answers can make it difficult for the examiner to understand your commitment and motivation.

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    Provide specific details about your resolution, including what it is and why it matters to you.

    2: Lack of Structure

    Failing to organize your thoughts can lead to a confusing response. A clear structure helps convey your message effectively.

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    Use the cue prompts to structure your answer: start with the resolution, explain how you'll achieve it, and share your feelings.

    Neglecting Personal Feelings

    Not expressing your feelings about the resolution can make your answer less engaging. Personal insights can connect you with the examiner.

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    Tip

    Share your emotions regarding the resolution, such as excitement or anxiety, to make your response more relatable.

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    Band 7

    One skill I learned that really helped my personal development is time management. A few years ago I realized I was constantly missing deadlines and feeling overwhelmed with tasks, especially during my studies that when I decided to take it seriously, I started my watching video and reading articles on how to organize my day better. I also began using apps like Google, Glendar, and ToDo listed on Plan My Schedule. It wasn't easy at first, but after a few weeks of sticking to it, I noticed a big change. I learned this skill during my second year at university, and it made a huge difference in how I handle work and stress. I became more productive and I had more time to relax or focus on other goals like learning language or exercising. This skill has really improved my confidence and discipline, which I think are essential for personal growth, and I still use these habits today, and they continue to benefit me in many areas of life.

    Band 6-7

    So, a resolution I make in this new year is to read and know more about famous personalities life, like reading their autobiography or some books written by them. I thought it is very important in our life, in my life basically because sometimes I feel very doubtful, not motivated to complete my work and in this situation, maybe getting advice from a friend or a close one is necessary but sometimes you are alone and you need to figure it out on yourself. So, reading such kind of books will enhance my confidence and I can start anew. In this regard, I have already read one book by A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, The Wings of Fire, where I have found that from a very small town, how Dr. Kalam has came out with his confidence and reached to the heights that no one could have ever imagined. Also, how he stayed so much grounded while dealing with such huge responsibilities and inspires the young minds. That makes me so much overjoyed and I started to look life from a different perspective. I am very also eager to know more and read more books from these eminent personalities in future also.

    Band 6-7

    This year, my resolution is to accomplish an international degree. I am on the job and I've initiated the process. And that also means that there's a lot of artwork, a lot of discipline comes along. The degree is for two years and I may have to travel to a different country. And definitely it's overwhelming and excited about it. And I just feel wonderful about accomplishing it.

    Band 6-7

    A New Year Resolution that I made this year was that I will become fit in this year. It was the resolution that was made by me. In order to complete this resolution, I had cut the corners of my diet, like I will eat only two chapatis instead of eating four. And I went to walk for at least 30 minutes every day. After completing this resolution, I felt very confident, physically fit and very energetic and active. I take this resolution because some of my clothes that I like wearing the most, I was not able to wear them because my physical appearance was getting worse day by day. I was becoming fat from my stomach, thighs and everywhere. So I decided that I will focus on my fitness, on my physical fitness. Every day I will just pick a specific time and work on it in order to get physically fit so that I will become physically very attractive. I want to make my physique very attractive to everyone.

    Band 6-7

    The resolution I made in the new year was to become physically and mentally fit and I achieved it through my persistence and hard work that when I graduated from college, since that I feel I am not fit both physically and mentally and I became fat and obese and I reached a century in my weight so I feel it is the right time to choose the resolution in new year and I started doing workout in gym and along with that I focus on my mental health like engaging in activities like yoga, meditation and breathing practices and I could achieve within a month while seeing my friends they all became more fit and by both mentally and physically that made me to make that resolution in this new year and I could believe that furthermore it is very challenging task but I feel that I can cope up with that and furthermore I meticulously follow the advice that is given by my trainer and yoga teacher so I believe that I can do it and I will.

    Band 6-7

    The resolution that I set for myself this year was to gain significant weight. I plan on gaining 20 plus kgs by the end of this year. I set this resolution because I was tired of feeling weak. I had no strength and I was fatigued all the time. Even doing daily tasks was tough for me. And also because I was constantly teased by relatives and family members because of my physique. But most importantly I am doing this for myself to make myself happy. To live life how a normal person should be. I plan on doing this by increasing my calories to a massive surplus. And keeping track of my calories in putting all the foods that I am eating in a day. And yup that's how exactly I will gain the weight. Additionally I also plan on doing vigorous exercise in the gym. I plan on being consistent and so far I have made a huge progress and I continue to do so.

    Band 6-7

    One new year resolution I made recently was to improve my English speaking skills. I realized that strong English skills are very important for my career and for studying abroad. So, from the first week of January, I started speaking English everyday. I practiced speaking in front of the mirror, listened to English podcasts, and also joined an online speaking group. At first, it was difficult, and I felt shame, but I didn't give up. Slowly, I noticed that my confidence and fluency are improving. This resolution has really helped me grow, and I plan to continue this habit throughout the year. I believe this habit will help me achieve my goal of scoring well in the IELTS exam.

    Band 6-7

    I think resolution is something that everyone should make because it's a promise to yourself. Talking about myself, this year I made a resolution of reading at least 10 books which won't be about my academics. It would be apart from my academic books that I usually read. For the same I have created a roadmap and also have written down and prepared a schedule which would help me to bifurcate my time for each respective book. For the same I have allocated 20 days or 20 to 25 days for each book so that I can really use all the time and can complete this resolution. This gives me a sense of pride and satisfaction as I myself consider as a veracious reader and due to my academics and due to lack of spare time, I tend to have an issue of getting much time to read. So due to this reason, I... So this year I made a resolution of reading at least 12 books to complete all 12 books within the time frame of one year. As I think I am lacking at reading because of course I read a lot of books which are related to my academics but apart from that I don't really give time for extra academic reading and I have noticed it for a very quite... for a quite long. So for the same I have created a roadmap and also prepared a schedule which will help me and which will guide me to complete my task in the given time frame. I have allocated myself one month for each book and I have also purchased all 12 books. I have wrapped each one of them and I have made a decision of unwrapping each book every month so that it would keep the sense of curiosity and excitement. It gives me a sense of pride and satisfaction that I am able to be on track at least so far. I have completed three books and I am on the verge of completing the fourth book. Due to... I think this is an important decision made by me and I think this will help me in the near future as reading is not only something which I consider as a part of academics but it is also one of my hobbies but due to lack of spare time provided I am engaged in various types of research projects it gives me... I think that I have been slacking off and getting a bit lazy so for the same I have determined... I have made this decision and I hope that I would be able to accomplish my goal.

    Band 6-7

    I have made many resolutions every year. So this recent New Year, I have made a resolution which was a bit conflicting topic. It was to socialize every day. So basically from my age, I was confined inside a room which I won't meet anybody. So I just wanted to come out of the box and meet new people and make friends. So as a New Year resolution, I promised myself to meet people, talk to them, interact with them, come out of the box and confront them with confidence. Which absolutely didn't work at all. I was very insecure. I wasn't confident at all. Basically, it was such a traumatic event for me. Even though the resolution had a good aim, it came out to be miserable for me. I wasn't able to focus on myself. Rather, I stick and think more about their emotions. Which was my problem. So what did they think of me? How do they judge me? Will they judge me? These all questions just rambled inside my head. And the revolution became an utter flop. In fact, a disaster. So I won't be taking these kinds of resolutions in the future. I hope so.

    Band 6-7

    In the beginning of 2025, I have taken a resolution that I will go to the gym regularly because as you have seen me, I am a very fat person. So, I need to lose some extra weight, fat etc. So, I have taken up this resolution that I go to the gym regularly. So, for completing this resolution, I have taken admission in a local gym and it is not far from my home. It is only 500-600 meters from my home. It is me and my friend who have taken the same resolution to lose our extra weight. So, we both joined the same gym. We have taken up the membership for 3 months and I have never renewed my membership and I have not completed my resolution.
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