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Describe a time when you made a plan to do an activity with a lot of people: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What activity it was?
  • Why you took part in it?
  • How it was organised?
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Cue 1:What activity it was?

  • Begin by clearly stating the activity you planned with a large group of people.
  • Provide some context about the significance of the activity, such as a festival, event, or gathering.

Example

The activity I planned was a community picnic for my neighborhood. We wanted to bring everyone together to enjoy a day of fun, food, and games, especially since we hadn’t had a gathering in a long time.

Cue 2:Why you took part in it?

  • Explain your motivation for organizing or participating in the activity.
  • Mention any personal connections or experiences that influenced your decision.

Example

I took part in organizing the picnic because I believe in fostering community spirit. I wanted to create an opportunity for neighbors to connect, especially after the pandemic when everyone felt isolated. I also have fond memories of similar picnics from my childhood, which inspired me to recreate that joy.

Cue 3:How it was organised?

  • Describe the steps you took to organize the activity, including planning and coordination.
  • Mention any challenges faced and how you overcame them.

Example

To organize the picnic, I first created a WhatsApp group to gather interested participants. We discussed the location, which was a local park, and decided on a potluck format where everyone would bring a dish. I also arranged for games and activities for children. One challenge was coordinating the food, but we managed by assigning specific dishes to families, ensuring a good variety.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, the picnic turned out to be a great success. It brought together over fifty families, and everyone had a wonderful time. It reminded me of the importance of community and how simple gatherings can strengthen bonds among people.

    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 enough details about the activity can make your answer sound vague. Specific examples help to engage the listener and demonstrate your language skills.

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    Include specific details such as the location, the number of people involved, and any memorable moments to make your answer more vivid.

    2: Ignoring the Organizing Process

    Not explaining how the activity was organized can leave your answer incomplete. This part shows your ability to describe processes and teamwork.

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    Outline the steps taken to organize the activity, such as planning meetings, assigning roles, and coordinating with others.

    Neglecting Personal Motivation

    Overlooking why you participated can make your response less personal and relatable. Sharing your motivation adds depth to your answer.

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    Explain your reasons for joining the activity, such as personal interest, socializing, or contributing to a cause, to connect with the examiner.

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    Band 7

    Group activities not only help us to bring people together, but also create memorable experiences. There is one such exhilarating experience that I had with a lot of people. So during my final year of my college, I planned with my fellow classmates to prepare a proper farewell party for the college seniors, as a token of appreciation and gratitude, as well as good wishes for their future. Around 40 to 50 members, including seniors, juniors, and faculty members were a part of it. At first, I was the one who was responsible for organizing the committee, because it was too hectic task, so I passed it on to my best friend, who is more reliable. She divided the task carefully. Some people were responsible for managing the dance performances, while others handled lights, farewell speeches, anchoring, and food as well. So we were quite nervous when we were making preparations. On the day of the party, everything went according to the plan. So we prepared a lot of things for our seniors. We even prepared a group dance performance, as well as a skit, too. So all of it went well. The seniors got quite emotional when they saw the video montage. We decorated the hall with lights, photo booth, and balloons as well. So all in all, it was truly an unforgettable experience. Preparing it wasn't a piece of cake, but with teamwork and cooperation, everything went perfectly, and we were able to pull it off.

    Band 7

    A time when I planned an activity with a lot of people that was a dance performance with my cousins. So, that was around two years back on my cousin's marriage function. I organized a dance performance by arranging all the family members and relatives for that performance. The performance was excellent and I arranged the sound system and also the choreography all by myself and I practiced with my cousins and we performed very well on that day. That was the most beautiful and memorable function that I ever conducted.

    Band 7

    One memorable time I made a plan to do an activity with my large group of people was during my college farewell. I was a part of a student council and we decided to organize a surprise farewell party for our seniors. The activity involved arranging a full event with decorations, music, games and speeches and inviting nearly 150 students and teachers. I took part in it because I genuinely respected our seniors and wanted to give them a proper send off. Also, being in a council meant I was responsible for event planning, so I felt personally committed. We began by forming a small team, each in charge of specific tasks, for example, food, venue, stage set up, photography and inventions, also invitations. I was in charge of coordinating the stage activities including cultural performance, a slight show of memories and a thank you speech, which is more important. We planned everything a week in advance and even rehearsed the performances to make sure things run smoothly. In the end, the event went perfectly and the seniors were really touched. I felt proud of what we had achieved and as a team, achieved as a team and happy to be a part of something meaningful.

    Band 7

    Well, the last time when I got to organize an activity was during the last month. It was on the occasion of the birthday of my teammate Velevan. So it was his 24th birthday and we wanted to celebrate it and the interesting part was we wanted to do this without his knowledge so that it becomes a surprise for him. So me and my friends ordered pizza and also a cake. We shared the expense amongst ourselves and we took Velevan to the pantry and we gathered all our teammates and finally it was really a memorable moment for him and not only for him but also for all of us and we enjoyed the delicacies together and we had a very good time. The interesting and the significant part was our team lead also took part in it which we never expected and he accepted our invitation and he found time to take part in the party in spite of his busy schedule. We took photographs and we also gave him gifts and it was really a relaxing and a refreshing moment for all of us and that's all about it.

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    Band 6-7

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    Band 6-7

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    Band 6-7

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    Band 6-7

    In recent times, as I have grown up, I have observed that me and my friends, we are really busy with our careers and we are not getting time for each other to hang out and to play with my friends as when as opposed to when we were children. So I made up, I cooked up a plan which involved a board game. It is basically murder mystery case files called Who Killed Gagan. So it is basically a crime thriller murder mystery board game where you have to solve the case, you are the police detectives and you are given a series of clues and storyline which you follow and you crack the case. So I came across the advertisement of this board game in I think Instagram or Facebook and I was immediately drawn to this whole concept of having case files as a board game to bring people together. So I immediately went to the website and ordered it, they delivered it at my home, it cost me around I think 500 rupees and it can be played by up to 3 to 5 people. So you have to basically sit down, each of you is assigned a role, for example one of you is a police detective, one of you is a thief, one of you is the murderer and one of you is the witness and you have to interview each other, ask each other questions, examine the clues given and in the end you get to catch the murderer. So I plan to get my gang together this Sunday and wish me all the best.
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