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Describe A Special Cake You Received From Others: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • When did it happen?
  • Where did it happen?
  • From whom do you get the cake?
  • And explain why it’s a special cake.
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Cue 1:When did it happen?

  • Mention the specific occasion or event when you received the cake.
  • Include the date or time frame to give context to your story.

Example

It was my birthday last year, on the 15th of March, when I received this special cake. My friends had planned a surprise party for me, and I was completely unaware of it until they brought out the cake.

Cue 2:Where did it happen?

  • Describe the location where the cake was presented to you.
  • Make it relatable by mentioning if it was at home, a restaurant, or a friend's place.

Example

The surprise party took place at my best friend’s house. She had decorated her living room beautifully with balloons and streamers, creating a festive atmosphere.

Cue 3:From whom do you get the cake?

  • Identify who gave you the cake and their relationship to you.
  • Share a little about why this person is significant in your life.

Example

The cake was from my close friends, especially from Priya, who is like a sister to me. She knows my favorite flavors and always puts in extra effort to make my birthdays special.

Cue 4:Explain why it’s a special cake.

  • Discuss the unique features of the cake, such as flavor, design, or any personal touches.
  • Explain the emotional significance of the cake and why it stands out to you.

Example

This cake was special because it was a rich chocolate truffle cake, my absolute favorite. Priya had decorated it with fresh strawberries and a personal message written in icing. It symbolized the love and effort my friends put into making my day memorable.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, receiving that special cake from my friends not only made my birthday unforgettable but also reminded me of the strong bonds we share. It was a beautiful moment filled with joy and love, and I will cherish it forever.

    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 Detail in Description

    Failing to provide specific details about the cake can make your answer sound vague and uninteresting. It's important to paint a clear picture for the examiner.

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    Include details about the cake's appearance, flavor, and any unique features to make your description more engaging.

    2: Ignoring the Cues

    Not addressing all the cues provided can lead to an incomplete answer. This may result in a lower score as it shows a lack of organization.

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    Tip

    Make sure to answer each cue in order, ensuring you cover when, where, from whom, and why the cake is special.

    Rushing Through the Answer

    Speaking too quickly can lead to unclear communication and missed opportunities to elaborate on your points. This can confuse the listener.

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    Take your time to speak clearly and pause briefly between points to allow your ideas to be understood.

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    Band 6-7

    So I received a special cake on my birthday. To be more precise, it was my 16th birthday. And we had a small celebration at home since I was turning 16. And my parents always celebrate each and every birthday of mine. The cake was given to me by my parent. It was a Ras Malai flavor cake. I still remember it even though it was 4 years down the lane that I had received the cake. And also me being a baker, that was my last cake that my parents had ordered. After that, it was always me who was baking the cake for the family, for friends or for any event or occasion that takes place in the family. It was special for me because, I would like to describe the cake as, there was a scroll inside the cake. And when I pulled the scroll out, there were 16 photos of mine. That was every birthday. My first birthday, second birthday, third birthday and so on. So it was like a memory for me when I was pulling the scroll from the cake. It was like a little flashback from the past of how I grew, what were my looks before and how was it now. So that's why I feel that it is something unique and special that I received from my parents. And the scroll is still kept. My mom bought me a small album and in that she has kept the photos still. So I look upon that memory.

    Band 6-7

    I received cakes on my... I have received cakes... I have received cakes on my birthday I have received many cakes on my birthdays and other special occasions Here I would like to talk about a special cake that I received on my 25th birthday My 25th birthday was Just after two months of my wedding So my husband arranged a surprise party on my birthday. I was not aware about this party and He arranged it with the help of an uncle of him He was the uncle was working in a five-star hotel in Cochin So he arranged all those Parties and stay in the hotel without knowing Without my knowledge And he also arranged my favorite cake. It was totally a surprise to me On my birthday evening. We cut this cake even though it was a small cake It was a five-star dish Made with butterscotch flavor and some special chocolates in it. It was really a special cake to me because it was my favorite flavor and It the cake worth Around three thousand or four thousand rupees Indian rupees at that time we I cut the cake and shared it with everyone the taste of the cake was delicious and As you know a five-star cake would be always Delicious. I still remember the taste on my tongue After that we stayed in the five-star hotel and enjoyed the dinner party There it was really a nice birthday party and a surprise gift For my on my birthday

    Band 6-7

    The special cake which I got or received from my friends When I was in college, I used to study Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering with my brother It was my birthday and I told them that it was my birthday They called me and told me to come to the hostel soon When I got there, they surprised me by the cake Because they were my friends, not true close friends but yeah That was the start of our friendship It was a chocolate cake and it was special for me It was a very pleasant time at that time I was riding the bike and suddenly they called me and asked me to come to the hostel So we have to talk about something and all At the time I went there, suddenly they surprised me with a cake and started wishing me a happy birthday That was a special cake which I received from my friends It was a good time and now we have completed our Bachelors Now we won't meet daily That's what is up on my book And yeah, you know baby

    Band 6-7

    The special cake I received was on my friend's birthday. I received the cake from her home. It was prepared by her auntie. Her aunt was very found in cooking and also she cooks very well. It was very yummy and I am a person who eats low sweetness and also the cake had a great mouthfeel with authentic taste and I loved it. Everyone there liked the cake and the cake had a special sensory appeal. Visual appeal of the cake was great. In addition, the cake was loved by every age group present there.

    Band 6-7

    A cake which is very close to my heart is my birthday cake when I received, I was in 10th standard. It was a football themed cake. So that is what fascinated me the most. We organized a party for my friends on my special birthday, and they thought it was a very good idea to bring a special cake, which will be memorable for me for the rest of my life. I still have the taste of that cake and how I felt in that special moment. They wanted to surprise me because I was very much into football and a fan of Cristiano Ronaldo. I followed him blindly and I also did what he does every day for some period of time, but I didn't continue to do it long. It made me feel very special and happy as it was a special themed football cake. Football is a sport which is very close to my heart and I follow it since about seven years now.

    Band 6-7

    On my previous birthday, when I turned 20, my friends celebrated my birthday and gave me a cake which had pink and white frosting. And I usually like chocolate flavoured cakes, which is why they got me a really dark truffle chocolate cake. I really liked the cake, it was, I don't like pastries which are more watery, I like cakes which are more dense, so it was that kind of cake. And the frosting made the entire cake look very cute and pleasing to the eye. It also had tiny hearts and it had 21 written in silver glitter. So it really, I really liked the cake and it was a pretty cute one. It also had tiny pearls, so this cake was very inspired from these Pinterest cakes which are very viral these days. So it was one of those cakes.

    Band 6-7

    The special cake that I received recently on Friendship Day has to be the highlight of the year 2024. I was at home. It was a very dull day. I was feeling morose for no reason and then I get a call from a delivery agent telling me that my friend Shreya, who lives almost 2000 km away in a different city, has sent me something. When I collected the parcel, I saw that it was one of those fancy bento cakes, which are mini cakes, very sufficient for a single person. This cake was rather special for me because I was not expecting it. A surprise is always wonderful. And after I received this parcel, I was so happy that I forgot why I was sad at the first place. It cheered me up and it showed me that distance does not matter. We may be at different ends of the world, but if there is friendship and there is love, nothing can keep us apart. It was also very meaningful because the cake had our initials, S-N-Y, Shreya and Yamin, which she used to call me by. And most importantly, it was really tasty and because of its bite-sized pieces, I was able to finish it in one go without any remorse.

    Band 6-7

    The cake I received specially from someone, my mother specially prepared it for me instead of buying at a regular store or bakery. My mother prepared it because I turned just 18 years which is an important year as I turned into an adult. She prepared the cake at home with her own hands and my brother also helped it. The cake is special because my mother prepared it on her own. I received it on my 18th birthday.

    Band 6-7

    so it dates back to 2016 when I've turned 16 and it was my last birthday with my father where unknowingly my father did a lot of special gestures to make me feel the most precious kid on this earth it was it included a cake that was specially prepared by my father it was a butterscotch strawberry cake and the entire bread the cream and all the ingredients that were required in that particular cake were handmade by my father he took an effort to get everything homemade because I prefer homemade cakes and homemade stuffs to eat so that was the time when he put all these effort to make sure that I get a cake and I eat a cake that is quite lavish and quite quality friendly which is something that I prefer also it was special because my father has been a non-cook he never cooked at all he was never prevalent to going to kitchen and he was also someone who was not that prevalent to even taking a glass of water by himself so when he did that out of love it really touched my heart he also I got to know later on that he because he was someone who was not that prevalent in cooking and he was not used to cooking he was taking lessons from a bakery shop so as to for the preparation of that particular cake so that whenever I eat it I can feel the warmth of the love that it carried it was the cake that all my friends also ate with me and when they did they all of them complimented my father for being such a nice baker and he could probably had a nice career in bakery in future this is what was being told by them to him it was the time when I realized that what all warmth

    Band 6-7

    Well, I received a surprise cake from my friends on my 31st birthday and it was two years ago and I still remember it, the astonishment I had on that day since I never expected my birthday to be celebrated and it was a surprise for me when my friends arrived with a beautiful doll cake and they said that the doll represented me and the doll cake was decorated colourfully, it was splendid and the doll was also looking gorgeous with a beautiful frog and that was the very important day in my life because that was the first time that I cut a cake for my birthday and even before I never cut a cake for my birthday and it was a wonderful day for me. Also, me and my friends, we had a rollicking fun and a limitless rollick. The cake was so delicious and I could savour the sweet even now. It was strawberry flavoured.
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