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Describe an article on health you read in a magazine or on the Internet: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What the article was about
  • Where/when you read it
  • What you learned from it
  • And explain why it was interesting/useful
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Cue 1:What the article was about

  • Begin by summarizing the main topic of the article, focusing on its key points.
  • Mention any specific health issue or advice that the article addressed.

Example

The article I read was about the importance of mental health, particularly during stressful times like the pandemic. It discussed various strategies to manage stress and anxiety, such as mindfulness and regular exercise.

Cue 2:Where/when you read it

  • Describe the platform where you found the article, whether it was a magazine, a website, or a blog.
  • Mention the time frame when you read it, such as a specific month or year.

Example

I found this article on a popular health website while browsing during my lunch break last month. I often look for health-related content online, and this one caught my attention immediately.

Cue 3:What you learned from it

  • Highlight the key takeaways or lessons you gained from reading the article.
  • Explain how this information could be applied to your own life or the lives of others.

Example

From the article, I learned about the significance of taking breaks and practicing self-care. It emphasized that even small changes, like a short walk or meditation, can greatly improve mental well-being. I started incorporating these practices into my daily routine.

Cue 4:And explain why it was interesting/useful

  • Discuss what made the article engaging or relevant to you personally.
  • Mention how the information could benefit others or contribute to public awareness.

Example

I found the article particularly interesting because mental health is often overlooked in our society. It provided practical tips that anyone could use, making it useful for a wide audience. I shared it with friends and family to raise awareness about the importance of mental health.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, reading this article not only enhanced my understanding of mental health but also motivated me to take better care of my own well-being. It serves as a reminder that we should prioritize our mental health just as much as our physical health.

    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

    Avoid vague answers that do not provide specific details about the article. This can make your response less engaging and informative.

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    Include specific examples from the article, such as key points or statistics, to make your answer more vivid and memorable.

    2: Ignoring Personal Connection

    Failing to explain how the article relates to you can make your response less impactful. Personal connections add depth to your answer.

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    Share a personal experience or opinion related to the article to show why it was meaningful to you.

    Rushing Through the Explanation

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

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    Take your time to articulate your thoughts clearly, and pause to emphasize key points for better understanding.

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    I am fortunate that I got this topic to talk on health, as I am a student of health department and I have also worked in various health departments, so I am very lucky to have this topic. In 2013, when I was sitting in one saloon, I got to know about lung cancer through one very nice article. It was briefly described that how this lung cancer comes in our body and what are the causes, what are the treatments and how can we cure this lung cancer. So first of all, I would like to talk about the causes why we get lung cancer. It is because because of smoking, drinking and staying in some dusty area where we are continuously getting our lungs polluted. If we talk about the treatment, yes, it is very hard to get its treatment because the lung cancer treatment is not that easy because you get so many difficulties like breathing difficulty, asthma problem and so much more difficulties. Now, if I talk about the treatments for lung cancer, if we get it, we are caught on the first stage, then we can cure it. But if it is on the advanced stage, it is very hard to cure that. Even it is not possible at all. So the lung cancer is a killing symbol that is taking our life away from us and a person gets more symptoms.

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    On hearing this question, I would like to mention an article which actually caught my attention and which actually made me prepare a lot of time, devote a lot of attention towards this. The thing is, it was about cholesterol, a silent killer. I read about this in the magazine Times of India. I came across it very randomly. Me personally being a medical student, I knew a lot about cholesterol, its side effects and all. But I never knew that it had evolved to this extent that it could actually be considered as a serious problem. Cholesterol which we consume without knowing, in our fries, in our fast food, in our daily life etc. usually provides a lot of problems to us. Knowingly or unknowingly, everyday we consume this silent killer. And in the modern world, it has been proved to have a lot of health deteriorating effects. Well, I never knew it had such big consequences and then actually I devoted a lot of time towards researching this. And alas, it actually was so deep than how much it was mentioned. The bad effect of cholesterol was so bad that I actually had a small TED talk among my colleagues about this topic. And I actually researched what I can do or how I can tackle this problem. This is something which I would like to mention while hearing this question. Because till this date, this remains in my mind. It has a huge impact for me.

    Band 6-7

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    Band 6-7

    I read an article regarding the importance of mental health this morning. And it showcased the effect that today's modern mental health has on today's generation. It talked about different ways we can have a healthy mechanism to deal with stress and tension. It also talked about different ways to detect that something wrong is going on in the case of children. Since children today are subjected to a lot of stress and it messes up with their health. And it is important to keep a check on people around us. The article was pretty important because we often ignore our mental status in the chase of money or power or whatever we are running for.

    Band 6-7

    In this fast-paced life, every woman is facing different kinds of health problems, and one of the most serious diseases that they are being inflicted upon is polycystic ovarian syndrome, which is also known as PCOS. This syndrome has been on the rise in this 21st century, and there are several reasons why women are being affected because of this. In the recent article I've read, it states that this is a lifestyle syndrome. The lifestyle choices that we make is what is the root cause of this syndrome. These causes include bad sleep, high intake of sugar, bad diet, and poor work-life balance. This article also emphasizes on the symptoms, which are facial hair, irregular periods and skin issues such as acne and blow-ups and loss of hair fall. This syndrome also has consequences like infertility, which is on the rise lately. This also gives rise to insulin resistance, which is again an issue with regards to a person's dietary habits.
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