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Describe Something In Your Country That You Are Interested In: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What is it
  • How do you know about it?
  • Why you are interested in it?
  • Explain whether you would like to know more about it.
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Cue 1:What is it?

  • Begin by clearly stating what the thing is that interests you in your country.
  • Provide some basic information about it, such as its significance or uniqueness.

Example

One thing in my country that I am particularly interested in is the traditional art of Madhubani painting. This art form originates from the Mithila region of Bihar and is known for its vibrant colors and intricate patterns.

Cue 2:How do you know about it?

  • Share how you first learned about this art form, whether through school, family, or personal exploration.
  • Mention any specific experiences or encounters that deepened your understanding.

Example

I first came across Madhubani painting during a school project on Indian art. My art teacher introduced us to various forms, and I was fascinated by the stories depicted in the paintings. Later, I visited a local exhibition where I met artists who create these beautiful works.

Cue 3:Why are you interested in it?

  • Explain what draws you to this art form, such as its cultural significance or aesthetic appeal.
  • Discuss any personal connections or emotions it evokes in you.

Example

I am interested in Madhubani painting because it represents the rich cultural heritage of India. The themes often revolve around nature, mythology, and daily life, which resonate with me. I find the colors and patterns incredibly beautiful, and they inspire my own creativity.

Cue 4:Would you like to know more about it?

  • Express your desire to learn more about the art form, mentioning specific aspects you want to explore.
  • Consider how this knowledge could enhance your appreciation or skills.

Example

Yes, I would love to know more about Madhubani painting. I am particularly interested in learning the techniques used by artists and the history behind the motifs. I believe that understanding these elements would deepen my appreciation and perhaps inspire me to try my hand at painting.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, Madhubani painting is not just an art form for me; it is a window into my country's culture and traditions. My interest in it continues to grow, and I hope to explore it further in the future.

    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 and unengaging. It's important to provide specific details about the topic to capture the examiner's interest.

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    Use descriptive language and examples to illustrate your points. For instance, mention specific locations, events, or personal experiences related to the topic.

    2: Ignoring the Cues

    Failing to address all the cues can lead to an incomplete answer. Each cue is designed to help you structure your response effectively.

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    Make sure to answer each cue in order. Prepare a brief outline in your mind before you start speaking to ensure you cover everything.

    Lack of Personal Connection

    Not sharing your personal feelings or experiences can make your response less engaging. The examiner wants to hear your unique perspective.

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    Tip

    Include personal anecdotes or reasons for your interest. Explain how this topic relates to your life or experiences in your country.

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    One of the things in my country that I am really interested is the Taj Mahal. It is one of the most famous monuments in India and is also known all over the world. The Taj Mahal is located in Agra in the state of Uttar Pradesh. It is a beautiful white marble structure built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. The design is very detailed and elegant with big domes, minarets and beautiful gardens around it. Many people visit the Taj Mahal every day to see its beauty and take photos. When you go there, you can walk around the gardens, visit the inside of the monument and learn about its history. The best time to visit is early in the morning or during sunset when the light makes marble glow in different colors. I am interested in the Taj Mahal because of its history, architecture and emotional story. It is not just a building, it is a symbol of love and a big part of Indian heritage. Even though I have seen many pictures of it, visiting it in real life is a completely different and amazing experience.

    Band 7

    In my country that interested me is playing different sports. As I live in India, we have around 1.4 billion people residing in India. We have multiple sports we used to play. But the main sport the majority used to play is cricket. From my childhood I used to watch cricket when my parents watched it. Slowly I got interested in cricket and I got addicted to it. Whenever a team is playing cricket I would watch all the games even without knowing their names or the rules. But then times have changed. I have grown up. I have much lesser time than before to watch cricket. But I still watch cricket whenever I have time. To be honest, it's my stress buster. And it has taught me a lot of lessons that nothing from the books we can learn. It has taught me not to give up till my very end. And age is just a number. And I would say teamwork is the best work we can do and get things sorted out.

    Band 7

    I am interested in politics. We come across politics everyday in our lives. It might be in televisions or in casual talks or during some inauguration of projects, especially government projects and such things. I would gladly like to get into politics because here I can showcase my leadership skills, gain respect from the people which I mostly admire in my life and also politics would expose me to a wide range of new world which I wanted since my younger age. I had this desire for politics. I don't know why but whenever I see politicians, it gives me a vibe, making me feel that they are somewhat special. I would like to be in the shows for once. I would like to gain more knowledge about this field which would help me to actually get into the field which I currently lack. For example, I don't know how to gather people. I am a good...

    Band 7

    So one thing that I'm really interested about my country right now is the influence of cinema. Since I am coming from the southern part of my country I believe and I'm excited and interested to speak about the influence of cinema in the society. I came to know about it because I am someone who is very interested in watching movies. Whenever I get to see a good movie I'm able to understand the impact that movie has made in my society. Why it has been interesting is because it talks about various topics from mental health to sexuality to the crimes that has been happening in the societies even to an extent of illegal drugs and the effect of drugs on the society has been discussed through movies and what makes it interesting because in the olden times people used to know about all these topics through books and through literature but now they can watch it on screen they can understand by watching it and they get to know from the people who are familiar to them and I am more interested to know how the script writers are coming to this idea so that people can explore it and people can exploit their creative mind to an extent where they're able to help the society and they're able to influence the mankind in a better way. So altogether I feel really proud that this particular thing of cinema is making a huge impact in my country and especially in my home state.

    Band 7

    Absolutely. Temples are the most fascinating monuments in my country. I am interested in these historical relics because they hold a lot of mysteries and some believe they have connection to ancient civilization. Additionally, I am fascinated with temples because I see them as an engineering marvel with strategic design and marvelous sculpturing which captivates my attention whenever I visit any historic temple. It is believed that temples are built or sculptured using a single stone which are known as monolithic temples. Researchers have been studying these temples and some researchers reveal that these are built on geocentric locations where the gravitational fields are very heavy. These points are what caught my attention.

    Band 6-7

    So, there is something that I am very much interested in that is the tourism in our country. It is something which makes me think about the beauty of different places that my country carries, especially when it comes to tourism. Tourism is something that generates revenue for the country as well as you tend to meet varied people from varied places and it shows diverse cultures, introducing diverse cultures to the people who are not even from your country and somewhere it excites me and fascinates me that there is so much in this world to be learnt through tourism. So, it is something that I love about my country and it usually helps me know my country even more by just being a tourist you can learn so many things, you can diverge into the cultures, traditions, customs of the country or any place that matters. So, tourism is something that I am very much interested about in my country.

    Band 6-7

    If I want to mention something which I am interested in of my country is its culture because India is known for its rich culture and tradition. In different states of India we have different languages and different lifestyle yet we all are united as Indians. So this unity in diversity gives more attractiveness to the country and I am also so impressed by the geological location of India and the people living around those places. How they react to each other and it is so connecting with my soul. As I was living in India for 25 years it was so connected with me. It is difficult for me to go outside of India if I think about culture. In Indian culture people used to welcome people from other places such as foreigners. India's hospitality is well known by all. Here we are easily connected with other people compared to all other countries. We are so much interested in making new friends and maintain a good relationship with others. Here you will find a more comfortable and friendly culture among people.

    Band 6-7

    The most interesting thing in my country is the waste management system and in saying more about the waste management system, in our homes we have Hyderabad Masina to take our all the plastic wastes to protect our environment and in municipalities or in cities we do have a truck who came every week to clean the garbages and to look the city very clean. It is very important to maintain our cities or towns to be very fresh and not to pollute it. In this era of carbon dioxide emission vehicles we want to find a very good place to respirate good air and to feel free without any type of suffocation. Saying more about the waste management system in my country is looking care.

    Band 6-7

    One interesting thing that I find very interesting in India, that is, it is a very diverse culture, country and in every region people speak different languages. There are officially 22 recognized languages which fill every region like a different country when you went there. And also there are many types of festivals celebrated like Diwali which is celebrated with lighting and the main meaning of celebrating Diwali is that the victory of good over evil. And there is another festival which is Holi, it is a colour festival, every people celebrate with love and happiness and also the diversity in the every region is that eating habit and the every region people find there are different kind of food that people eat in their region like in the south, in the south side people usually eat Dosa, Sambar like that but in the north side Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab people usually eat rice and pulses and also the style of wearing the dress are different from country to country.

    Band 6-7

    I never thought I will be I will end up doing this in the future. The recent trend followed in my country is making rails by young people and it's an inspiration to all of us who have not done anything in their life so far. I want to try making rails with the innovative content and very attractive and moreover I want to increase my followers. I learned this through YouTube channels and social media
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