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Describe an activity that you do after school/work: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What it is?
  • When and Where do you do it?
  • Who you do it with?
  • And how you feel about it?
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Cue 1:What it is?

  • Begin by clearly stating the activity you engage in after school or work.
  • Provide a brief explanation of why you chose this particular activity.

Example

After school, I love to play cricket with my friends. Cricket is not just a sport for me; it’s a passion that brings us all together.

Cue 2:When and Where do you do it?

  • Mention the specific days and times you usually play cricket.
  • Describe the location where you play, such as a local park or a cricket ground.

Example

We usually play cricket every Saturday afternoon at the local park, which is just a 10-minute walk from my house. The park has a nice open space and a few trees that provide shade.

Cue 3:Who you do it with?

  • Identify the friends or group you play cricket with.
  • Share a little about your relationship with them and why you enjoy their company.

Example

I play with my close friends from school. We have been playing together for years, and our bond has grown stronger through our shared love for the game.

Cue 4:And how you feel about it?

  • Express your feelings about playing cricket and what it means to you.
  • Mention any benefits you gain from this activity, such as relaxation or teamwork.

Example

Playing cricket makes me feel incredibly happy and relaxed. It’s a great way to unwind after a long week of studies, and it also helps me stay fit. I love the thrill of competition and the joy of spending time with my friends.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, playing cricket after school is not just an activity for me; it’s a vital part of my life that brings joy, friendship, and a sense of belonging.

    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: Giving Vague Answers

    Avoid providing unclear or general responses. Vague answers do not give the examiner enough information about the activity, making it difficult to assess your speaking skills.

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    Tip

    Be specific about the activity. Include details such as what you do, where and when you do it, and who you do it with.

    2: Neglecting Emotional Connection

    Failing to express how you feel about the activity can make your response less engaging. Emotions help to personalize your answer and connect with the examiner.

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    Share your feelings about the activity. Explain why it is enjoyable or meaningful to you, which adds depth to your response.

    Ignoring Structure

    A disorganized response can confuse the listener. Without a clear structure, your answer may lack coherence and flow, making it hard to follow.

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    Tip

    Follow the cue prompts in order. Start with what the activity is, then discuss when and where you do it, who you do it with, and finally, how you feel about it.

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    Today I would like to describe about my hobby that I used to do after school. So cricket is something that I love the most and it is the imperative phase of my life because since childhood my father taught me how to play cricket and he also made me to love cricket because of him I am most interested in this game. After school I used to come back to my home and I used to play cricket in a field. So it is the game which gives me a lot of joy a lot of pleasure and due to which my physical fitness is also good now. I play it with my best friend we both are big lovers of cricket and we both have the common favorite player that is Virat Kohli and it's been six years that we both are friends and because of this popular game we both are bounded with an endless friendship. It always gives me the feel of joy, pleasure, I am elated whenever I play it with my friend. It's a game which gave me a lot of lessons. I always wanted to become a cricketer since my childhood. Although studies are an imperative part of the life my father was strict about my studies and he didn't give me any chance to play cricket and make career in that. So at last putting an end to my conversation I would like to describe my feeling that I am jubilant whenever I am playing this game. It's give me a lot of joy. I am eager to play cricket every time when I come after my school after my studies everything is so relaxed for me that I wanted to enjoy it with my best friend and that's how we enjoy our time spending with each other. Thank you.

    Band 6-7

    I do research So once I get back to my home, after the school, I usually cut some fruits and vegetables, help mama so that she can cook early and so that as a family we can have early dinner. And then I usually complete my assignments which have been assigned by lecturers in the college or school. Then I spend time with my friends on a Google meet so that we can brief up about what all things we have learnt today in the class. Then I do my artwork because I love art and craft, doing art and craft. And then I love playing games such as badminton which has always been one of my favourite hobbies. I also love to go a while around with my friends to take some fresh air and then it would be pleasant for us.

    Band 6-7

    Ma'am, after finishing my school or work, then I would like to talk about my one hobby which is reading hobby. So I love reading. I love different kinds of books, especially, you know, foreign books, because it also enhance my communication skills and increment in my vocabulary. And I, when I, because I approximately finished my work, work approximately 5.30 and after reaching my home, then I take a one hour break and then after I started my reading and because I love reading books and now I'm, right now I'm reading Rich Red and Poor Red because it is related to my finance field. So, because it has a big component of the capitalization, how to organize the funds and because I love this kind of books and because it also helps to up-to-date myself. And, and I love reading at my home because my home is very harmonious environment for the readings because there is no any kind of distractions because my room is located upstairs, second floor of the home and away from the distractions, then I can 100% focus on my readings. So, because there is a requirement of, there is a requirement of no disturbance. So that's why. So second thing is that why I do, because I have already told that it enhanced my communication skills. And right now, I suggest to everyone, I suggest to everyone, because when I was child, when, because I've been, when I was a young, then my mother used to teach, used to teach me a lot of the stories and give, used to give me a lot of the books and he, she used to.

    Band 6-7

    After school, I used to go to playground to play football. It was a memorable time. And I used to do it with my friends, then we play as a tournament, we'll check the scores. And then, I'm sorry, can I start over? It was a memorable time of school. School was a memorable time for me. After school, we friends used to go and play football in a ground which is near to my school. We used to play football with points. And it was a wonderful time. And I usually does it with my friends, or with my seniors, or with the students from other schools. And from work, nowadays I'm walking, I'm a walker, I'm a walkaholic. Nowadays after work, I used to go to turf instead of that school ground. We friends used to share turf to play football. Turf is a concept that it's a small playground where we can play football like 7s or in 11s. And we have to pay a certain amount after playing in turf.

    Band 6-7

    fashion designing Describe an activity that you do after school or work I like to do fashion designing because it gives me happiness when I am stitching something or designing clothes when I am drawing also it gives me very pleasant relaxation I love designing, I want to become a big fashion designer that I want to put my work in art exhibitions and also I want to put my design in design exhibitions like runway walks, modelling I want the world to see my projects, my designs and I want to create my own brand and I want to make my parents proud but my parents do not agree with my idea so I want them to give me a chance

    Band 6-7

    An activity that I really do enjoy doing after my school is swimming. I have been taking swimming classes ever since I was 12 years old. I take it every single day for five years straight up and then I have a two days of break and I love it mainly because I've always seen swimming as a set of certain skill that if one can acquire like you can basically just do any sort of water-related activity and it and it even helps you to increase your height and it even helps with the respiration process. And furthermore, I've been learning how to do scuba diving. It's one of my dreams to go to Australia one day and do scuba diving over there.

    Band 6-7

    After reaching home from my work and after going through the hectic schedule when I reach at my home, I get fresh, I have some meal and when I get free, I spend time with my cousin who is 10 years old, who is in 5th standard, his name is Asad. I like to spend time with him and I make him learn many different things which would be beneficial for him in the future. I always try to help him out and ask him to do several activities like crafting, drawing, painting and many other.

    Band 6-7

    After finishing my walk, I often visit the Iskan temple which is located near my hostel. It is a quite peaceful routine that helps me to feel calm and spiritually refreshed. The temple is within walking distance from my hostel so it is convenient and I try to visit this place in every evening. The environment is beautifully serenade filled with spiritual chants, lights and the aroma of positivity, the aura of positivity belongs there. I usually go around during the time of Sandhyarati as I love spend that particular time only with myself so that it can helps me to fully immerge myself in the experience. Working in a critical care can be sometimes very mentally and emotionally exhausting and challenging. I often feel very heavy, I often feel very drained after my shift. With every visit of the temple brings a deep sense of peace and grounding. The spiritual atmosphere helps me to stay calm even in the chaotic situation. It helps me to disconnect from the stress and helps me to reconnect myself by giving me a clarity towards my life. Well, therapy is quite expensive, maybe I am not able to go for a therapy so I go here. And this activity has become now a daily routine for me which is working more than a therapy and I honestly I love doing it.

    Band 6-7

    The one main activity that I'm having to do after my work or school was to play volleyball with my friends. It was near to my hometown that we have a ground, a beautiful ground in my home city, a well-maintained volleyball court. And we usually play volleyball in the evening after our work or school. Because there are so many friends that I have to play volleyball. And some of the friends are doing their job and while others are students. So I just prefer both of, both to go and play during evening. And I think most of the, most place, the playtime was during evening because most of the people were free on that time. And of course I feel very much relaxed and enjoyed and excited after playing in this game. Because it was one of my passion to become a good player in volleyball. And from my younger childhood days, I usually play volleyball all the day with my friends. So I am like, first of all, I am pretty much good in playing football. So I'm very much comfortable with this game because this game is like make me relaxed. And so, yeah, of course, you know, most of the people follow one passion. And for me, this is my passion and I will go through this for my entire life. Thank you.

    Band 6-7

    Well, the most favorite activity I do from my school is playing in park. Firstly, every activity should be firstly many students or all the people should do activities after the school so that so as to relieve their stress so as to get more involved in the physical activities. School is majorly known for its academic education, but to improve our metabolism and be helpful in our healthy activities, we should perform many activities like as in playing in the park, doing yoga, doing some exercises, going to the gym. And for me the most activity I prefer is going to the park after taking a nap. After I directly come from school, I take a little bit of nap. Then I used to go to a park where I used to walk and it helps me to relate to the nature and I'm over the cloud nine or you can say I'm very happy at that time by interacting to the nature. I also play with dogs over there as there are many pet dogs in that park because people bring them to play with children and play and for a walk. And I usually play with my friends over there. Moreover, it helps me to cheer up myself and further helps me to relieve my stress. And I usually meet my friends in the park because it helps me to interact with them and discuss my daily life with them and the events that took place in the school. For example, when I meet with my friend, I daily chat with him for the activities that took place in the school like the homework we get. For example, as a day I was
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