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Describe something that you did with someone/a group of people: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What it was
  • Who you did it with
  • How long it took you to do this
  • And explain why you did it together
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Cue 1:What it was

  • Begin with a clear and engaging description of the activity you did.
  • Mention any specific details that make the experience memorable.

Example

I want to talk about a memorable road trip I took with my friends to Manali. It was a spontaneous decision, and we were all excited to explore the beautiful mountains and enjoy some adventure.


Cue 2:Who you did it with

  • Introduce the people you were with, highlighting your relationship with them.
  • Share a little about their personalities or interests that made the trip enjoyable.

Example

I went on this trip with my college friends, Rahul, Priya, and Anjali. We have been friends since our first year of college, and we all share a love for travel and adventure, which made the trip even more fun.


Cue 3:How long it took you to do this

  • Provide the duration of the activity, including travel time and the time spent at the destination.
  • Mention any interesting experiences during the journey.

Example

The entire trip lasted about four days. We drove for around 12 hours to reach Manali, and the long drive was filled with music, laughter, and plenty of snacks, making it feel shorter than it actually was.


Cue 4:And explain why you did it together

  • Discuss the motivation behind choosing this activity and why it was special to do it with this group.
  • Reflect on the bonding experience and any lessons learned.

Example

We decided to go on this trip together because we wanted to take a break from our studies and create some unforgettable memories. The trip strengthened our friendship, and we learned to work together as a team, especially when it came to planning our itinerary.


Conclusion

  • Summarize the overall experience and its significance to you.
  • Mention any future plans with the same group or similar activities.

Example

Overall, this trip to Manali was one of the best experiences of my life. It not only allowed us to unwind but also brought us closer together. We are already planning our next adventure to Goa, and I can't wait to create more memories with my friends.


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 Detail in Description

Failing to provide enough detail can make your answer sound vague and uninteresting. It's important to engage the listener with specific information about the activity.

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Tip

Include sensory details and emotions to make your description vivid. Explain what you saw, heard, and felt during the experience.


2: Ignoring the Group Dynamics

Not mentioning who you did the activity with can lead to a less engaging response. The dynamics of the group can add depth to your story.

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Tip

Describe the roles and contributions of each person in the group. This will help illustrate the collaborative nature of the experience.


Rushing Through the Explanation

Speeding through your answer can leave out important aspects, making it hard for the examiner to follow your story. Take your time to explain.

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Tip

Break down your explanation into clear parts. Discuss the 'why' behind the activity and its significance to you and the group.


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Talk about a toy you liked in your childhood
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Anonymous student Band 8

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The toy which I liked in my childhood was a panda doll, which makes me pleasant and makes me more blush. The pandas are the most beautiful creatures of the world, which looks gigantic and has pooshy cheeks and they are like stars in the clouds and they dream in me. Furthermore, these have been given by my father. My father is a very very beautiful artistic person, who makes me think of that. Every day you will face every difficulties and make you suffer and move forward. Pandas are always seen in Japanese countries. It is my lifelong dream to visit a Japanese country and click a photo with the original pandas, which makes sounds better.

Describe a time you were in a place where you didn't know the local language
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Anonymous student Band 6.5

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Whitefield Test Center, Bengaluru

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As India is a very large country full of diversity, so there are many places which have their own language and speak their native language. The place which I visited and I didn't know about their language was Leladakh, which is about 300 km away from my hometown and it is a very good place as it consists of different kind of trees, animals and have many scenic views and I visited over there last year in summers as it was the best time to visit because it has many, it was cold over there and we had summers in our area so it was the best time to visit over there and I went over there with my whole family.

Describe a time when your friend damaged something you owned
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Anonymous student Band 7

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Begumpet Test Centre, Hyderabad

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Describe a book you recently read
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Anonymous student Band 7.5

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CBD Belapur Test Centre, Navi Mumbai

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It Ends With Us is a book I read recently. It's by the author Colleen Hoare. It's mainly a story about two teenagers, Atlas and Lily, and how they just handle their life going through high school, adolescence, and just domestic violence at home. Both of them come from very, very different families. However, they have one common determining factor between them, which is domestic violence. The abuse that they've seen their moms go through is just insane, and they connect through that on a different level. They're actually in the same high school, but they never speak to each other until Atlas actually crashes into an empty house next to Lily's villa. When Atlas is homeless and he doesn't have anywhere to go, he just comes and breaks into the house next to Lily's, and Lily helps him with all the daily necessities like clothes and food, medicines and stuff. Furthermore, their friendship blossoms into love, but it doesn't really fructify as Atlas has to leave. This book really gave me a lot of knowledge about domestic abuse and how to deal with it.

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Band 5

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