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Describe A Time When Your Entire Family Was Together: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • When was it?
  • Where was it?
  • Why was the entire family together?
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Cue 1:When was it?

  • Begin by mentioning the specific occasion or event that brought your family together.
  • Include the date or time frame to give context to your story.

Example

It was during the Diwali festival last year, a time when my entire family makes it a point to gather together to celebrate. Diwali is a significant festival for us, and it’s always a special occasion when we can all be in one place.


Cue 2:Where was it?

  • Describe the location where the family gathering took place.
  • Mention any specific details about the place that made it memorable.

Example

We gathered at my grandparents' house in our hometown, which is a large, traditional home filled with memories. The house was beautifully decorated with lights and diyas, creating a warm and festive atmosphere that made the occasion even more special.


Cue 3:Why was the entire family together?

  • Explain the reason for the family gathering, emphasizing its importance.
  • Share any personal feelings or thoughts about being with family during this time.

Example

The entire family came together to celebrate Diwali, which is a time for joy, togetherness, and sharing blessings. It was heartwarming to see everyone, from my little cousins to my elderly relatives, all under one roof, sharing laughter and stories. This gathering reminded me of the importance of family bonds and traditions.


Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, that Diwali celebration was not just about the festival itself but also about cherishing the time spent with loved ones. It reinforced my belief that family is the most important support system in our lives, and I look forward to many more gatherings like this in the future.


    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

    Failing to provide specific details about the time, place, and reason for the family gathering can make your answer less engaging and informative.

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    Tip

    Include specific dates, locations, and reasons for the gathering to create a vivid picture for the examiner.


    2: Rushing Through the Answer

    Speaking too quickly can lead to unclear communication and missed opportunities to elaborate on important points.

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    Tip

    Take your time to speak clearly and pause occasionally to emphasize key moments of the family gathering.


    Neglecting Emotional Connection

    Not expressing the emotions or significance of the family gathering can make your response feel flat and uninteresting.

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    Tip

    Share your feelings about the event and its importance to you and your family to create a more engaging narrative.


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    Band 6

    So, the time when my entire family was together was, I guess like two years ago when my chachu adopted a baby. She is a baby girl and it was like really very peaceful moment for us all and it was the first time when I saw my chachu behaving like a father. He was so mesmerized about the thing that just happened and after all the things in the court happened and we signed and got that baby home, the baby was I guess two months old when we bought her home then after the baby came home, we just celebrated it like a birthday though she was like two years old, though she was two months old but we just wanted to celebrate every moment of that baby and being the eldest sister, I was just so much excited because I do not have a sister and I do have one little brother but sisters are like something different so I just, I got like, that was when we adopted that baby, I started my job and I bought two or three dresses for her and we just tried everything on her. I was so happy that she was home and that's it.

    Band 5-6

    it and good evening to all of you I would like to say thanks for giving me an opportunity to say something and also very thankful to putting this kind of questions I come from the village area actually I work in city so when I returned back to the village then we get together last time went on the vacation in the December that time we get together where actually we get get togethers in India I get together India in the last December it was so exciting for me and for all because it was a very challenging moment for me and for my family as we all know that we are nothing without family, family play very vital role in our lives as you go with the parents parents guide us what should do it and they always support you if you if you whenever you need any kind of support they always stand with you a same way when you grow up there and you have their own family if you have their own family and that realize that what family actually important have in your life so I married I know the what is the importance of family last time I met my family in December I think four month ago I met with with them so again I'm I'm longing to meet to them again

    Band 5-6

    Me and my family has went to together for a vacation for Arco Valley. It is in Uttiyapuram, Andhra. It is the hill station of Visakhapatnam district of Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is also known as Uttiyapuram, Andhra. We are very happy whenever we went a trip for this Arco Valley. It is very precious experience for me. It is a combination of hills and mountains, Pura Caves, Katki Waterfalls, Padmapuram Gardens, and lot of places are there to visit in the Arco Valley. The waterfalls are very flow in flow, making it a popular destination for the adventure seekers and the nature lovers. It is a best place for the selfie lovers who love to take lot of pictures. And I am the one to take a lot of pictures. The weather is very calm. In the monsoon time, it is very good for us to have taken lot of pictures, lot of climate changes. And for me as well as my family members, it is been a great experience for all of us. It is very, very beautiful. I can't imagine or I can't explain what I have seen in this kind of an Arco Valley. There are lot of places. Mostly visitors visit this place because of its picturesque landscape, tribal culture and the bura caves. And the next one is, the mountains are very beautiful. When you are trying to climb into the mountains, you feel like very excited, very thrilling. And it also seems to be like a risk. Lot of people are coming from lot of states. It seems they are very excited about this vacation. I would also prefer for going to this kind of vacation for mostly some other days, again and again after some kind of days later. My family also very excited to go to this trip for some days later. We are planning a trip for some days later. That's it. I love it.
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