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Describe a time when you received money as a gift.: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • When it happened?
  • Who gave you the money?
  • Why he/she gave you the money?
  • And explain how he used the money.
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Cue 1:When it happened?

  • Mention the specific occasion or event when you received the money.
  • Provide a brief context about your life at that time.

Example

It was during my college graduation in June 2022. My family had gathered to celebrate this significant milestone in my life.


Cue 2:Who gave you the money?

  • Identify the person who gifted you the money and your relationship with them.
  • Share a little about their significance in your life.

Example

My grandmother gave me the money. She has always been my biggest supporter, attending every important event in my life.


Cue 3:Why he/she gave you the money?

  • Explain the reason behind the gift, whether it was for a specific purpose or just a gesture of love.
  • Reflect on the emotions or thoughts expressed by the giver.

Example

She gave me the money as a graduation gift, wishing me success in my future endeavors. She told me to use it wisely for my further studies.


Cue 4:And explain how you used the money.

  • Describe how you decided to spend or save the money.
  • Share the impact of this decision on your life or studies.

Example

I used the money to enroll in a professional course that would enhance my skills. This investment has helped me secure a better job opportunity.


Conclusion

  • Summarize the significance of the gift and its impact on your life.
  • Express gratitude towards the giver and reflect on the importance of such gestures.

Example

Receiving that money from my grandmother not only helped me financially but also motivated me to pursue my dreams. I am truly grateful for her support and love.


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: Being Vague About Details

Candidates often give unclear or general answers without specific details. This can make the response less engaging and informative.

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Tip

Provide specific details about when the gift was received, who gave it, and the occasion to make your answer more vivid.


2: Neglecting Emotional Impact

Failing to express how the gift made you feel can lead to a flat response. Emotions add depth to your story.

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Tip

Share your feelings about receiving the money and how it affected your relationship with the giver to create a more compelling narrative.


Ignoring the Usage of Money

Not explaining how you used the money can leave your answer incomplete. It’s important to show the impact of the gift.

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Tip

Clearly describe what you did with the money and why you chose to use it that way to provide a complete picture.


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It was on my birthday, there is a culture that we used to fall on the feet of the elders, so I first fell on the feet of my parents, they gave me a thousand rupees, then I fell on the feet of my grandparents, they gave me a thousand rupees, not only that, there were many elder people around me in our home, because we live in a joint family, so when you fall on the feet, they used to give you a lot on this occasion, and it was a very good occasion, it was very good for me that, it was money given by them on my birthday, and it was, then spent on eating snacks, and those stuffs, not only that, we friends, we went, and I gave treat for my friends, and we ended up on a good day, and then I spent more things for my friends, we ate as we like, and we went for a road ride, road trip, went for a ride around city, so many places, with the money I bought as a gift, it was a very good moment.
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