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Describe a sports competition you watched: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What competition it was?
  • When and where you watched it?
  • What was the most exciting moment?
  • And explain how it made you feel.
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Cue 1:What competition it was?

  • Begin by naming the specific sports competition you watched, such as a cricket match or a football tournament.
  • Provide a brief background about the competition, including its significance and the teams or players involved.

Example

The competition I watched was the ICC Cricket World Cup final between India and Australia. This match was particularly significant as it was held at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, where India was aiming to win the World Cup on home soil.

Cue 2:When and where you watched it?

  • Mention the date and time of the event, as well as the location where you watched it.
  • Describe the atmosphere of the place, whether you were at home, a friend's house, or a public viewing area.

Example

I watched the match on April 2, 2011, at my friend's house. We had gathered there with a group of friends, and the excitement in the air was palpable. Everyone was wearing blue jerseys, and we had snacks and drinks ready for the big game.

Cue 3:What was the most exciting moment?

  • Identify a specific moment in the competition that stood out as the most thrilling.
  • Explain why this moment was exciting, including any emotions or reactions from the crowd.

Example

The most exciting moment was when MS Dhoni hit a six to win the match. The entire room erupted in cheers, and I felt a rush of joy and pride. It was a defining moment, as it not only secured the victory but also showcased Dhoni's incredible skill and composure under pressure.

Cue 4:And explain how it made you feel.

  • Share your personal feelings during and after the competition, focusing on the emotional impact.
  • Discuss any sense of pride or connection you felt with your country or the sport.

Example

Watching India win the World Cup made me feel immensely proud to be an Indian. I was filled with joy and a sense of unity with my friends and fellow fans. It was a moment that brought everyone together, celebrating our team's hard work and dedication.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, watching the ICC Cricket World Cup final was an unforgettable experience that filled me with pride and excitement. It reminded me of the power of sports to bring people together and create lasting memories.

    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 Specific Details

    Candidates often provide vague answers without specific details about the competition. This can make the response less engaging and informative.

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    Include specific names, dates, and locations related to the competition to make your answer more vivid and interesting.

    2: Ignoring Emotional Impact

    Many candidates forget to express their feelings about the competition. This can lead to a flat and uninteresting response.

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    Share your emotions during the competition, especially during exciting moments, to connect better with the listener.

    Rushing Through the Answer

    Some candidates speak too quickly, missing important points and making it hard for the examiner to follow.

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    Take your time to structure your answer clearly, pausing between points to ensure clarity and coherence.

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    Band 6-7

    Basically, I'm a person who doesn't love sports because I'm not watching sports. I do not know the basic rules regarding sports, but I have watched sports competitions during my school days, that's 10-15 years back. I have watched a football match with my friends in our school playground and we enjoyed a lot. Moreover, I do not know the rules of the football match, but I watched it with my friends. It was a great experience as it was my first time experience to watch a football match live. We really enjoyed it. Moreover, it was a sense of joy because I have seen football matches on TV, but I haven't watched in real. It provides me an opportunity to watch football matches live. Moreover, watching with friends is a good experience that provides us immense joy and pleasure. Watching with us, putting commentaries and all will be great. However, it is one of the greatest moments of our life to remember. Overall, it was a great experience as I did not watch football matches live. It provides me an opportunity to watch a match along with my friends. I really enjoyed it. It was one of the greatest moments of our life because we didn't have a chance to watch it live.

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    Cricket is my favourite sport. I love watching cricket, especially the World Cup tournaments conducted by ICC and the IPL tournaments conducted by BCCI. Actually, moreover, in World Cup matches, it is very good to watch the sports competition in a TV or a phone. The commentary that given running in a match would be good to hear and the match played by the cricketers would be a very inspiration to me. It is like a competition. It increases the sportiness when we watch cricket. It can maximize our adrenaline. So, we can get a cricket fever for that. So, in India, actually, we see cricketers as a worshipping thing and cricketers are like gods to us. Actually, it is like a place in our own country. So, we own cricketers in our own life. We follow the cricketers very frequently. When I watched 2011 World Cup, Cricket World Cup in Mumbai Wankhede Stadium, it is a wonderful experience to me. It is breathtaking views and breathtaking shots played by Indian cricketers and the bowling that the bowlers had performed well in that and the batters also done good. The breathtaking few minutes at the last is a memorable moments in my life. So, that's what it ends by lifting to 2011 World Cup after 28 long waiting years in the cricket history of India. So, that's a great.

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