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Describe an outdoor sport you would like to do: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What the outdoor sport is?
  • Where would you try this sport?
  • How easy would it be to learn this sport?
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Cue 1:What the outdoor sport is?

  • Clearly state the outdoor sport you are interested in and provide a brief description of it.
  • Mention what attracts you to this sport, such as its physical benefits or the thrill it offers.

Example

The outdoor sport I would like to try is paragliding. I have always been fascinated by the idea of soaring through the sky and experiencing the freedom of flight. The thrill of gliding over beautiful landscapes and feeling the wind rush past me is something I find incredibly appealing.

Cue 2:Where would you try this sport?

  • Identify a specific location where you would like to try paragliding, ideally a place known for this activity.
  • Explain why you chose this location, mentioning its scenic beauty or reputation for adventure sports.

Example

I would love to try paragliding in Bir Billing, which is known as one of the best paragliding spots in India. The stunning views of the Dhauladhar mountain range and the lush green valleys below make it an ideal place for this sport. I have heard that the take-off point offers breathtaking scenery, which would enhance the overall experience.

Cue 3:How easy would it be to learn this sport?

  • Discuss the learning curve associated with the sport and any training required.
  • Mention any personal experiences or observations about how others have learned this sport.

Example

I believe paragliding is relatively easy to learn, especially with proper guidance. There are many schools in Bir Billing that offer beginner courses. From what I have seen, most people can grasp the basics within a few days of training. I am excited about the idea of learning from experienced instructors and eventually flying solo.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, paragliding is an outdoor sport that excites me due to its adventurous nature and the stunning views it offers. I look forward to trying it in Bir Billing, where I can learn from professionals and enjoy the thrill of flying.

    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 sport you want to try to engage the listener.

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    Use descriptive language and specific examples to explain what the sport is and why you find it interesting.

    2: Ignoring Location Details

    Failing to mention where you would try the sport can lead to a lack of context. The location can enhance your answer and show your enthusiasm.

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    Include a specific location and explain why it is suitable for the sport, such as its facilities or natural environment.

    Underestimating Learning Curve

    Not addressing how easy or difficult it is to learn the sport can leave your answer incomplete. This aspect shows your understanding of the sport.

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    Tip

    Discuss the skills required and your personal experience with similar activities to give a clearer picture of the learning process.

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    Band 6-7

    The outdoor sport that I would like to speak about, that I would like to do is swimming. Swimming is a sport which involves jumping into a like a area full of water and just doing multiple acrobatic performances in the water. Just like floating on the water, maybe going underwater and just you know relaxing on the water. I think it's a really great sport. It also is done competitively where one person who reaches the other end of a pool first is considered the winner. On reference to how hard it is to learn the sport, it is quite hard I think. It takes a lot of practice, a lot of effort and a lot of time to learn the technique on how to swim. However, sometimes some people can learn it faster. I think it's based on person to person and it varies a lot the time taken to learn how to swim. But yeah, I think that's what swimming is. You also need access to a pool to learn to swim. It could happen anywhere. You just need a body of water. You could do it in a natural body of water like maybe an ocean or a lake, you know.

    Band 6-7

    So, when I was a child, I used to play badminton a lot because that was the sport I really cared about and I feel it from my heart that this is one of the best sports I can contribute to. Meanwhile, there were many other sports also which I used to play like cricket, sometimes football also, but most of the time I used to play badminton as I was most interested in this. And when I was in standard 4 or 5, I took many competitions. I took participate. So when I was a child, I used to play badminton a lot because that was the only sport I loved it much. So when I was a child, I used to play badminton a lot. I don't know why, but I feel like it was one of the best sports I can ever participate into it. And meanwhile, there were also many other sports I liked to play that was cricket, football and so on, but from my heart, I always picked badminton as my first priority as in sports because there were many shots I used to play in that like the backhand shot, the smashes and I love to train it also. And moreover, when I become younger more, when I become elder, I think that... So, when I was a child, I used to play badminton a lot. Like from my heart, that was the only sport I was interested more. Meanwhile, I also play many other sports like cricket, football and etc. But the most I enjoy and I was most reliable in sport and it was cricket. So, when I was a child, I used to play badminton a lot because that was the only sport I was most interested in. And there were also other sports I used to play like cricket, football etc. But I used to play badminton a lot because it was very easy for me to learn every moves like I learned how to play backhand, how to smash and so on. Moreover, I took part in many of the competitions and I didn't won any of them but like I learned many thing apart from that. If I have to choose to play badminton now also, I will also take part in it. So, when I was a child, I used to play badminton a lot because it was the only sport I was most interested in. Moreover, I used to play cricket also and many other sports like football and sometimes kabaddi. But I used to play badminton a lot at that time because it was very easy for me to learn the every steps and every moves like I learned backhand shots and many smashes. I also learned how to defend when someone smashes the shot and so on. But if I have to choose right now which sports I will use to play now, I would definitely say it would be badminton because I also played it in a childhood and I also know many of the moves and apart from this, I can also take part in many of the competitions so that I can increase and gain more knowledge about badminton. Although the other sport I can also play is cricket but I think I have to practice more on it because I haven't played it a lot when I was a child and if I join some academy related to cricket, I can improve it very well. But for now, I would say badminton is the most favorite choice for me and I considered it a lot.

    Band 6-7

    Sport is something that I think is that everyone should include in their daily routine so you know it develops our inner self and also builds our confidence and CS of course it also brings us with so much energy in our daily life so yeah I guess sports should be included in our daily routine if I talk about outdoor sports then it can be many but in which I would choose badminton because I was playing it since I was a kid with my childhood friends so you know I haven't learned it professionally but I love it to play because of you know the memories that I had with it and also it takes a lot of energy and you know the arms practice to do so so I guess there is a less needs to do the you know exercise on a daily basis if I am doing that sports on a regular basis and also it makes me fresh and also it is something that I love to do also I have you know done it in my college days and I have also performed some of the matches during my college days so yeah badminton is one of the best sports that I can learn and play

    Band 6-7

    An outdoor sport that I would like to do is football, football is a team sport, in my adolescent time I used to do 100m dash and 400m running which is an individual sporting, I am not accustomed to team sporting, so I would like to learn football which is a team sporting, during my university time I was exposed to various league matches which is played by favourite football players like Ronaldo, Mizi, Neymar, Suarez, they inspired me to watch more league games and I was delighted by their stamina they possessed in the skilled field while playing, their skill really impressed me and the endurance they had shown during the match is really breathtaking, every shot the eminent players took during the match would often run in front of my eyes during my university days that inspired me to learn this game, I really tried during my university days to hit the ball hard and long then I realized it is not that easy to hit the ball hard and long.

    Band 6-7

    I've been always fascinated by this particular sport called cricket. I am a die-hard fan of famous cricketers like Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar. They were my inspiration ever since I was young and even today if you ask me they are my true heroes. Watching them on TV always used to give me goosebumps because it has been some sort of a real magical experience for me and that is why one day I made it sure or I made it made up my mind to learn cricket somehow. I was in my school team and there was my sports teacher who used to take classes about the cricket specifically for me. He used to teach us about the tips and tricks that a basic cricketer should learn and also took us to the ground. We had practice sessions every evening and that actually improved my cricket skills and moreover I used to play cricket with my friends in the evening after school. I also used to play cricket during my vacation with my cousins. In addition I also take my brother sometimes who has to play cricket because he's also a die-hard fan of cricketing and there this particular energy playing cricket gives us is something far beyond far beyond something that can be explained. It is it takes us into a field or a world of excitement you get a lot of energy it boosts your body and it helps you feel calm and refreshed. I guess it is a kind of therapy for me playing cricket

    Band 6-7

    The outdoor sport that I would like to play is cricket. To be honest, I have never played it but it's really popular in India. Many young people play it in India and also I see young people and small kids playing cricket everyday outside of my home or in the garden. It's actually not so easy but practice makes man perfect. Not only this but I also watch IPL and other games related to cricket and that's why I'm really interested to play cricket which is also an outdoor sport.

    Band 6-7

    I like a lot cricket because it's made me so many friends. I usually play this in a playground nearby my house and very good because we will play like from evening 4.30 to 6 o'clock. It makes me more joy and fun hanging with friends and talking about the stats of the cricket and also knowing each other, their favourite player. Like I like Virat Kohli and my friend who like every day we are making fun of each other like seeing their stats of cricket. Like you scored less today, I scored more. It's very joy to have a sportsman out of.

    Band 6-7

    One outdoor sport I would really like to try is paragliding. It is an adventurous activity where you glide through the air using a parachute like wing usually from a high point like a human or like a hill or mountain. I like to try the sport in Vir Billing which is a small town in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is considered one of the best paragliding sports in Asia because of its beautiful scenery and ideal wind conditions. I have seen videos and pictures of people flying over valleys and green landscapes and it took absolutely breathtaking. As for how it is easy to be learned, I think it might be a bit challenging at first. You definitely need a proper training and instructor especially to understand how to control the wing and stay safe. But with a short beginner course, I think I could manage the basics. Plus, I enjoy trying new things so I am sure I would be motivated to learn. Overall, paragliding is something I really want to experience at least once in my life.

    Band 6-7

    I would like to play badminton. I usually play with my friends when I am free. First we need to learn how to hit the cock and we should keep our attention fully on our cock and automatically it will grab our attention and we need to hit it correctly towards the other person and the game will go on that properly. I would like to get a team with me and they will get a team with them and we will play the game and one person will count our score and they will decide the winner of this game.

    Band 6-7

    Outdoor games are decreasing nowadays because of the overuse of mobile phones. For me, I like to play badminton and my favorite player is Sania Mirza. During 10th standard onwards, I learned to play badminton and from that day onwards, I play badminton. When I was studying in 10th standard, one of my cousin came to my home and he taught me to play badminton. He taught me how to bat, how to serve. After that, I used to play with my sister and I taught her how to play badminton and every evening, I and my sister always try to play badminton. When my relatives came to my home or my cousins spent some time in the home, we used to play badminton every day and moreover, whole family loves to play badminton. Sania Mirza inspires me to play badminton. My sister is one who encourages me to play badminton.
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