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Describe a TV or radio presenter you like.: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

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  • How often you watch/ listen to him/her?
  • What does she/he talk about?
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Cue 1:How often you watch/listen to him/her?

  • Mention the frequency of your viewing or listening habits, such as daily, weekly, or occasionally.
  • Explain the context in which you engage with their content, like during commutes, at home, or while doing chores.

Example

I usually listen to my favorite radio presenter, RJ Malishka, every morning during my commute to work. Her show is on air from 7 AM to 10 AM, and I find it a great way to start my day.


Cue 2:What does she/he talk about?

  • Describe the main topics or themes that the presenter covers, such as news, entertainment, or lifestyle.
  • Share your personal connection to these topics and why they resonate with you.

Example

RJ Malishka primarily talks about current events, Bollywood gossip, and lifestyle tips. I enjoy her discussions on health and fitness, as I am trying to lead a healthier lifestyle myself.


Cue 3:What do you like about him/her?

  • Highlight specific qualities that make the presenter appealing, such as their humor, knowledge, or relatability.
  • Discuss how these qualities enhance your listening or viewing experience.

Example

What I love most about RJ Malishka is her infectious energy and sense of humor. She has a unique way of connecting with her audience, making even mundane topics entertaining and relatable.


Cue 4:How has he/she influenced you?

  • Reflect on any positive changes or insights you have gained from following this presenter.
  • Mention any specific advice or inspiration that has impacted your life.

Example

Listening to her talk about mental health awareness has really opened my eyes. She often shares tips on managing stress, which I have started to incorporate into my daily routine.


Conclusion

  • Summarize your overall feelings about the presenter and their impact on your life.
  • Reiterate why you would recommend them to others.

Example

In conclusion, RJ Malishka is not just a radio presenter to me; she feels like a friend who motivates me every day. I would highly recommend her show to anyone looking for a dose of positivity and entertainment.


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: Avoid Vague Descriptions

Being vague can make your answer less engaging and informative. Candidates often fail to provide specific details about the presenter, which can lead to a lack of clarity.

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Tip

Use specific examples and anecdotes about the presenter to make your answer more vivid and interesting.


2: Don't Rush Your Answer

Rushing through your response can lead to unclear speech and missed points. Candidates often feel pressured to finish quickly, which can affect their fluency.

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Tip

Take a moment to organize your thoughts before speaking, and pace yourself to ensure clarity and coherence.


Neglecting Personal Connection

Failing to express why you like the presenter can make your answer sound generic. Candidates often miss the opportunity to share their personal feelings and experiences.

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Tip

Include personal reasons for your admiration, such as how the presenter inspires you or impacts your life.


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All Answers

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Band 6-7

My favorite TV or radio presenter is Ranjini Haridas. She is an anchor of Star Singer Season 1. I like her because she is very strong and she is doing anchor and her fluency in English is so good. Moreover, she is a very beautiful lady. Her boldness will be that she is a very bold lady. She speaks very fluently and her communication skill is also very good.

Band 6-7

A TV presenter that I would like to talk about is none other than Makappa. He is a well-known person in Vijay TV and he has been hosting many reality shows and other shows also in Vijay TV. The way I like, what I like about Makappa is his way of attitude and his laughing sense with gratitude is good. I have often seen him during the TV programs.

Band 6-7

So, the presenter I love to listen on TV or you can say watch on television is Salman Khan. He usually comes on Colors TV at 9.30pm with his show Bigg Boss and I love to watch that show because it's a reality show and the way Salman used to host that show is amazing. The way he acts, the way he explains the contestants and the way he gets angry on contestants. It sometimes looks fascinating and it is an amazing thing to watch him on TV and I would say he sometimes of course gets angry but he is really a heart, a human with a golden heart and I would say he also is an actor in Indian cinema. He used to do movies of Bollywood and his movies are also great and he is an actor, amazing actor and I would say yes.

Band 6-7

So, the TV or radio presenter that I like listening to the most is named Aastha Tucker. She is a presenter at Awesome TV Channel and I like listening to her because she generally goes and interviews those Bollywood superstars and other famous shows like Big Boss and so on. She basically interviews them and in a way it helps me to get to know them better because personally as a small individual I would never get to meet them or talk to them but it is through her that I can literally imagine myself talking to them, sitting with them, like living an entire day with them. She is often invited to a lot of parties, to a lot of get-togethers and also to many show starts. So, she is a lucky girl I would say that connects me to the outside world and I listen to her almost every day for at least half an hour which is like the relaxing time of my day. I love her too much and I look forward to meeting her one day.

Band 6-7

One of my favorite TV presenters is Rio. He's a video jockey in a popular music channel in Tamil Nadu. He is someone who has a charming character and he has a very positive attitude. So I love him so much because of his positive attitude and the way he delivers the content. When I was in high school, I used to watch his shows everyday. As soon as I come back from my school, that is the time when his show gets telecasted. So I used to watch it everyday but after finishing my school, I didn't have enough time to watch those TV shows. So at that time, I was very excited and I would be expecting his shows because that was a main part of entertainment of my everyday routine. He used to deliver good content unlike other TV presenters who just talk about random content. He used to deliver world news and he used to present special news across the world. So I also thought apart from getting entertained, I also gained some general knowledge about what's currently happening around the world. So that's the reason I used to love him a lot.

Band 6-7

I often watch TV and listen to radio. A very famous show and a program which I like to see on TV or listen in radio is news. I will make sure that I am listening to the news every morning and evening to know the daily routines and what is happening around me. And my favorite news reader is Nirmala and the reason I like her is her voice is very bold and every news which she is delivering she makes sure that the news is very clear and it is very understandable. This news is broadcasted every day morning at 9 o'clock 9 a.m. and in evening at 6 p.m. I will make sure that I am present in front of TV to make sure that I am not any missing the day-to-day news. Also I like the way that she is presenting herself in front of TV and I am a fan of her dressing and the way she carries herself while reading the news.

Band 6-7

I don't know if I know any TV presenter, but I am found of late night show host Conan O'Brien. He is a world famous TV host or a talk time host, who is very famous for his hilarious bits, sarcastic comments and also his take on the 21st century world, how teenagers behave, how we behave and he also speaks about very important aspects of the society and also how we behave in today's world, so I have been following him since 4-5 years and I have watched many of his videos and clips and I find it every time that he is funny and his level of humour has never gone down.

Band 6-7

So, my favorite RJ is a girl named Aarti Sinha. She is a polite girl who speaks for a channel called Radio Mirchi. Most of the time, I listen to her whenever I am driving from home to work to my office or any other time that I am driving actually. I really am impressed by the way she talks about current affairs, the hot topics of the news and related to the nation or even international issues. Recently, I remember that she presented a topic on global warming which was really impressive and it was really intriguing because it made me think about my habits and my contribution to global warming. The way people who normally, without giving any thought into this, use plastic bottles and other plastic bags which really contribute into the big problem that leads to global warming. Also, she talked about the effects of global warming on the iceberg and how it is leading to the water level in the oceans.

Band 6-7

Oh, it started recording, so I watch a lot of programs related to cooking, cooking is very important and my hobby, so I watch a lot of programs related to cooking and also that different types of dishes are made, so I learned a lot from cooking and my favorite person are London Tamalechi, so she is a very great presenter, she prepares different kinds of dishes, different kinds of foods, so I like to learn a lot, new dishes, many types of dishes, so I am very much happy to learn the different kinds of dishes, South Indian, North Indian and international Mexican, international dishes means like American, Mexican, Swedish and Afghanistan, Iran, so many places, different varieties of food, so I am very much interested in the various techniques of dishes also, how it is made, how they do, how also baking is done, how they are prepared in the utensils, different types of utensils which are made and the way it is done, how it is to be cooked, all these things, the techniques of cooking you can learn, so it is a very wonderful experience and so I get a lot of relaxation.

Band 6-7

Yes, I am going to talk about one TV host, television host. Her name is Priyanka Deshpande. She has worked as a television host for 10 years in one popular TV channel in Tamil Nadu. She always used to interviewing big celebrities. She will make all celebrities comfortable when she asks questions about their personal things, personal stuff and their professional stuff. She always concentrates on their comfort while she is doing interview. When we look at her face, we always feel happy. She won't be a dull face. She will make herself troll to make others happy. Thank you.
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