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Describe A Water Sport You Would Like To Try In The Future: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What is it?
  • Where you will do it?
  • Is it easy or difficult?
  • Why would you like to try it?
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Cue 1:What is it?

  • Begin by clearly stating the water sport you would like to try, such as scuba diving or surfing.
  • Provide a brief description of what the sport involves and any interesting facts about it.

Example

I would like to try scuba diving in the future. Scuba diving is an underwater sport that allows you to explore the ocean while breathing through a tank. It’s fascinating because you can see colorful fish, coral reefs, and even shipwrecks up close.

Cue 2:Where you will do it?

  • Mention a specific location where you would like to try this sport, such as a beach or a diving school.
  • Explain why this location is ideal for the sport you chose.

Example

I plan to try scuba diving in the Andaman Islands. The Andaman Islands are known for their crystal-clear waters and rich marine life, making it a perfect spot for diving. I have heard that the visibility underwater is excellent, which is great for beginners like me.

Cue 3:Is it easy or difficult?

  • Discuss the level of difficulty associated with the sport, mentioning any training or skills required.
  • Share your thoughts on whether you think you would find it easy or challenging.

Example

I believe scuba diving can be a bit challenging, especially for beginners. It requires some training to learn how to use the equipment and understand safety protocols. However, I think with proper guidance, I would find it manageable and exciting.

Cue 4:Why would you like to try it?

  • Explain your personal reasons for wanting to try this sport, such as adventure, relaxation, or a love for nature.
  • Mention any specific experiences or influences that sparked your interest.

Example

I want to try scuba diving because I have always been fascinated by the ocean and its mysteries. Watching documentaries about marine life has inspired me, and I believe diving would be an incredible way to connect with nature and experience the underwater world firsthand.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, scuba diving is a water sport I am eager to try in the future. The combination of adventure, the beauty of marine life, and the opportunity to explore new environments makes it an exciting prospect for me.

    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. Avoid general statements that do not provide specific details about the water sport you want to try.

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    Be specific about the sport, including its name, location, and what it involves to create a clearer picture.

    2: Ignoring the Cues

    Failing to address all the cues can lead to an incomplete answer. Each cue is important for a well-rounded response.

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    Make sure to answer each cue: what the sport is, where you will do it, its difficulty, and your reasons for wanting to try it.

    Overly Simple Answers

    Providing overly simple or short answers can make your response sound unengaging. This may not showcase your language skills effectively.

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    Expand your answers with examples, personal experiences, or feelings related to the sport to make your response more engaging.

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    okay so when I was a kid I used to fear water a lot I visited Goa which is one of the most one of the only places in India with beaches as a child and I think I was five or six years old so I did a few water sports back then but as I was a child I wasn't allowed to do a lot but I still went and went for a fish scene on a boat we had to wear some life jackets and we got to see whales and dolphins another thing that I was allowed to do was snorkeling on the shallow side of the beach water as I was too young to actually go on the deeper edge of the water my fear for water increased ever since I found out that my aunt got stung by a puffer fish eventually I think I understood that part of visiting beaches so I think whenever I visit some place with beautiful locations just Spain or Maldives I would love to explore the ocean and go scuba diving another thing that's holding me back is I am a little scared of heights but I think I wouldn't mind going paragliding

    Band 6-7

    I am an adventurous person and I love doing activities that give me such thrills. And one such water sport that I badly want to try is scuba diving. I have not done any water sports, so I want my first water sport activity to be the best one. I have made plans on which one to try and where to actually do it and whom to do it with. So I have my bucket list ready. I plan a lot of such events but eventually I don't have time to finalize the task. So one such water sport which I am really really interested is scuba diving. And the best place to do scuba diving according to my opinion is Netrani river near Gokarna. And why Netrani? Because it has a rich culture of corals, underwater species and it's known for that. And it's one of the best places you can go do it. Many people who have done it there actually have left on a lot of positive clients and positive reviews and that is anything what one needs for a motivation. And one more reason why I chose Netrani is there is a film in Kannada called Gandhada was which casted Dr. Puneet Rachakumar in it and he in the movie has done the Netrani scuba diving experience and has given positive feedback on why it is a must for anyone.

    Band 6-7

    So the favourite activity of water sports that I would like to do in the future would be scuba diving, although I am a pretty good swimmer but I think scuba diving does take it to the next level with exploring the underground water world and being able to witness all the beautiful and diverse categories of marine animals and also I think it would be a great idea to take along my friends for this trip and I assume that I would be mostly heading to the Maldives to do this because it has such clean waters and such great flora and fauna that the entire experience is so enriching and I think scuba diving would definitely be one of the bucket lists that on my bucket list that I would be fulfilling.

    Band 6-7

    well there are lots of water sport in my country but I would like to talk about specific one that is scuba diving I believe scuba diving is the best water sport in India the country has some excellent diving locations especially in the Andaman Island, Lakshadweep and Goa the water is crystal clear and the marine life is amazing what makes scuba diving special is that allowing you to explore a world that you normally never get to see you can swim with colorful fish look at coral reefs and experience complete peace under the water it's adventure but very calming which is why I think it stand out among all water sports in India it is difficult for me because I had never experienced about it so I have a little bit of scare about it and my friends who had experience about this they oftenly say that is a fascinating sport in our India so I am exciting for this sport so I have a one of the dream for it one of the dreams for it so

    Band 6-7

    There are numerous water sports like swimming, scuba diving and rafting, and many more, however, I would like to try swimming first. I have never tried any water sports yet. I would like to try swimming in Samrat Swimming School, which is recently opened in my hometown. I came to know about this school from my cousin, who is already learning swimming there. I also developed interest in swimming from my cousin. Moreover, according to me, learning swimming is difficult because it takes a lot of stamina, but people can expert in this water sport by practice. In addition, it is beneficial for our immune system and it also strengthens our muscles because in swimming muscles are used.

    Band 6-7

    My favorite sport that I like to try out is kayaking. It is basically a boating kind of water sport with a person sitting in a small boat called kayak. It fits only one person and you should... Kayaking is one of the water sports that I have always wanted to try since my college days. My friends once went kayaking and they came back with a lot of positive reviews about it. It is a very adventurous sport. It is basically a person sitting in a small boat known as kayak and it's basically rowing the boat to the finish line. I would like to try this in Munnar, a small city in Kerala which is known for its famous hill stations and the waterfalls. The waterfalls run down the hills and right in a sweet spot where the water runs like a river for around 2-3 km, which is where this kayak event takes place. I really want to visit that place once at least in my lifetime and get an experience of how kayaking is.

    Band 6-7

    Well, water sports that I like to try in my future is surfing. Surfing is also known as the most challenging water sports in all over the world. Why I choose surfing? Because surfing teaches you balancing. Not only just balancing on a board but also balancing in your life. Surfing is a very interesting sport because you play with the sea waves. For a while you think that you became a fish and you are standing on the waves of the sea which is a great and wonderful experience. In my childhood days I used to watch surfing on the TV and from that time it was in my mind to try it in the near future. For surfing there is a most well known place in India. It is Goa. In Goa people try surfing and there are lots more trainers who teach you how to surf on the big waves. It is very much interesting, challenging and I would say it is very much you know like for a timing you will feel very much difficult but it is not so easy as well. First you have to stand on the boat correctly. Until and unless you learn to stand on the boat you will not find balance. So it is the most difficult part. And why I would like to try surfing because as I have told you in my childhood days I grew up by seeing surfing on the TV so I like to.

    Band 6-7

    So, scuba diving is surely one that I would like to try. The reason so is, I have seen a movie back, an old Barbie movie I remember back in my early teens for sure. I watched the movie and the whole movie was based on a girl who used to do scuba diving and who was a very good diver. So, that fascinates me that how people control themselves on water and how it looks very cool to me. More towards I would like to do river rafting for sure. I have heard a really great location. I remember my friend going out to Rishikesh last Sunday and surely they posted some pictures on Instagram and I saw them doing river rafting. So, I went to their home for sure last weekend and asked them how was their experience. Obviously, the response was that they enjoyed really well and they would surely like to go again with their family. Not with their friend this time because again every time going out with friends is fun but yes not everybody prefer going out with their friends every time. Moving towards I would like to learn both these water sports for sure.

    Band 6-7

    Hello, I would like to try Synchronized Diving, a water sport in my future. It is an Olympic sport in which two divers jump at the same time from various heights 10m, 20m and 30m and they perform various synchronized dives such as rolling and twisting and going in the water at the same time. I will try it at Goregaon Sports Club which is nearby my house, only 5km apart. It is an Olympic sport and it gives me a lot of thrill watching how two divers can simultaneously sync themselves to dive perfectly and achieve a perfect score. Since I am a perfectionist myself, I fancy myself to go in this sport and try to excel it because I would like to have each and every point and since it is a team game as well, I would like to bond with my teammates as well. It is a very difficult sport because two divers, they are two different people but they have to perform one synchronized dive and at Olympics level or at even normal city level sports, it is very strict because any mismatch in diving or mismatch in communication or mismatch in balance and everything can cause your team to lose because you lose points. The perfect points are given on perfect synchronized dives and it is very attention to detail and inch perfect so I would like to try it as well.

    Band 6-7

    I would want to try a deep sea diving which is one of my bucket list and I want to do it in Spain because I find there are very beautiful beaches in Spain and I have also witnessed it in many of the movies. So it really is very much fascinating that I would want to do a deep sea diving. It is actually very much difficult because you need a very much extra level of fitness. You need to have hold over your breath for a very long time if there is no oxygen supply problem with the machine supplies. And I want to experience different types of coral reefs, not only the marine life but also the non-living things and living things just beyond what a 12 meter dive would be. Diving submarines would be another level of fascinating experience again.
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