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Describe a time when your friend damaged something you owned.: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What was it & when did it happen?
  • How was it damaged?
  • How did you react?
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Cue 1:What was it & when did it happen?

  • Begin by clearly identifying the item that was damaged and provide context about its significance to you.
  • Mention the time frame of the incident, including the location and the occasion during which it occurred.

Example

It was a beautiful ceramic vase that my grandmother had gifted me on my birthday. This incident happened about six months ago during a small gathering at my house.


Cue 2:How was it damaged?

  • Describe the specific actions that led to the damage, ensuring to highlight your friend's involvement.
  • Explain the circumstances surrounding the incident, including any distractions or accidents that contributed to the damage.

Example

While we were playing a game, my friend accidentally knocked the vase off the table while reaching for a snack. It fell to the floor and shattered into pieces.


Cue 3:How did you react?

  • Share your immediate emotional response to the incident, whether it was anger, sadness, or understanding.
  • Discuss how you communicated with your friend about the damage and any steps taken afterward to resolve the situation.

Example

At first, I was really upset because it was a cherished item. However, I quickly realized it was an accident, so I took a deep breath and reassured my friend that it was okay. We cleaned up the mess together, and I appreciated their willingness to help.


Conclusion

  • Summarize the overall impact of the incident on your friendship and any lessons learned.
  • Reflect on how such experiences can strengthen relationships through understanding and communication.

Example

In the end, this incident taught me that accidents happen, and it’s important to handle them with grace. Our friendship grew stronger as we learned to communicate better and support each other during mishaps.


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: Vague Descriptions

Using vague language can make your answer unclear. It's important to provide specific details about the item and the incident to engage the listener.

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Tip

Use descriptive language to clearly explain what was damaged and the circumstances surrounding the event.


2: Lack of Emotion

Failing to express your feelings can make your story less relatable. Sharing your emotional reaction helps to connect with the examiner.

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Include your feelings about the damage and how it affected your relationship with your friend.


Ignoring the Timeline

Not mentioning when the incident occurred can confuse the listener. A clear timeline helps to structure your response effectively.

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Start by stating when the event happened to provide context for your story.


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my dad owns two car and which of one out of which one of that car belongs to me and that's like very precious thing for my dad if if that car even get a scratch I am like scolded very badly so there was this one fine day my friend asked for my car he he has to go somewhere so he asked me can I take your car so as a friend I wasn't able to refuse him so he took my car and and while he was going somewhere the car got accidented with minor dents I didn't knew about that at that time but when he came at my place to hand over my car back again back to me he told me that it got it got dented so I'm really sorry for it and as it is my dad's car so I was very scared of my dad what will he tell to me so he told me that and I was very frustrated and sad at the same time because I I drive that car very very safely but but now what has happened has happened so I had to cope up with it and he promised that he will repair that dent as soon as possible and he did afterward so and my father didn't get to knew about it so it was a very hard-breathing situation for me
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