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Describe The Game You Enjoyed Playing When You Were Younger: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What was the game?
  • When do you play it?
  • Who did you play with?
  • How did you feel about the game?
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Cue 1:What was the game?

  • Begin by naming the game clearly and describing its basic rules or objectives.
  • Share what made this game special or enjoyable for you.

Example

The game I enjoyed playing when I was younger was cricket. It’s a bat-and-ball game that involves two teams, and the main objective is to score runs while batting and to get the opposing team out while bowling. I loved cricket because it brought excitement and competition among my friends.

Cue 2:When do you play it?

  • Mention the time of year or specific occasions when you played the game.
  • Describe how often you played it and any memorable events related to it.

Example

I played cricket mostly during the summer vacations when school was out. We would gather every evening after school and play until sunset. It was a daily ritual that I looked forward to, especially during the weekends when we could play for hours.

Cue 3:Who did you play with?

  • Identify the friends or family members you played with.
  • Share any specific memories or stories about your time together.

Example

I usually played with my neighborhood friends, especially my best friend Rahul. We would often form teams and compete against each other. One memorable moment was when we organized a small tournament among our friends, and it was thrilling to see everyone so engaged and excited.

Cue 4:How did you feel about the game?

  • Express your emotions and feelings associated with playing the game.
  • Discuss any life lessons or skills you gained from playing it.

Example

Playing cricket made me feel joyful and free. It taught me teamwork and discipline, as we had to work together to win. I also learned how to handle both victory and defeat gracefully, which has helped me in many aspects of life.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, cricket was more than just a game for me; it was a significant part of my childhood that fostered friendships and taught me valuable life skills. I cherish those memories and still enjoy watching cricket today.

    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: Avoid Vague Descriptions

    Using vague language can make your answer less engaging and informative. Specific details help the examiner understand your experience better and keep their interest.

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    Tip

    Include specific details about the game, such as its rules, what made it fun, and memorable moments you had while playing.

    2: Neglecting Emotional Impact

    Failing to express your feelings about the game can make your response flat. Emotions add depth and connection to your story, making it more relatable.

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    Tip

    Share how the game made you feel, whether it was joy, excitement, or even frustration, to create a more engaging narrative.

    Skipping Contextual Information

    Not providing context about when and with whom you played can leave your answer feeling incomplete. Context helps the examiner visualize your experience.

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    Tip

    Mention specific times you played the game and the friends or family members you played with to give a fuller picture of your experience.

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    Band 7

    One of the games I enjoyed the most during my childhood was chess. Although I wasn't very fond of outdoor games, I did occasionally play badminton, a local traditional game called lagori, which is quite popular in my village. But when it comes for true passion and enjoyment, chess was always my favorite. I first learned chess when I was four years old. My dad taught me the basic rules and I remember losing repeatedly. What made it special is that it is where I learned confidence from. Every time I lost, I wanted to fight. I wanted to fight stronger, think outside the box. I remember spending hours trying to master openings and traps. And as I grew older, I even participated in some inter-school tournaments. What I love most about chess is that it's not the game of luck, physical strength. It's a game of logic, planning and mental strength. Even today, I still enjoy playing chess, especially online. So, while most of my friends had their playgrounds, I had my chessboard and it holds a very special place in my heart.

    Band 6-7

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    Band 6-7

    A game that I enjoyed playing when I was a kid was badminton. Even though I did not get the time to play and enjoy the game as I did before, I do still remember the days when I used to play badminton with my parents and my sister, especially during the covid pandemic. My I would say my parents are professionals in the game and do also think that my sister and I have basically inherited the knack in you know playing the game. I still remember when I was very excited to start playing and after a couple of games I did get the skill and the knack of the game. Apart from that my dad was very much excited in seeing our enthusiasm and effort in you know trying to excel in the game that he basically converted our backyard into a badminton court where we painted the entire floor as well as fixed a net across the middle of the court as well. I was also taught how to improve my smash shots and was also taught various tricks and tips by my parents. I was a little you know I used to throw tantrums and be a little sad when I did not usually win the game but slowly I grew up from that. I grew out of that and

    Band 6-7

    So a game I really enjoyed playing when I was younger was cricket. So I used to live in a gated community in Sohar where I was mainly brought up in. And every evening me and my friends would gather around and most of them were boys which is why they preferred to play a manly sport which I suppose is cricket although most of us girls also enjoyed playing it. So it would involve with the girls usually being fielders because we were judged for not being able to bat or bowl properly. But we used to take turns and we all really enjoyed it. It was very memorable for me because I did not have a lot of friends before moving to that gated community and I was a very introverted child and still I am. But just meeting all those friends every single evening reminded me of how I used to just sit in my room and read books or watch movies endlessly because I had no other option to spend my time. And I was very grateful for meeting all those friends whom I am still friends with and I love them very much.

    Band 6-7

    That's an interesting one. When I was young, I really don't play much of a game. I really don't get involved in the physical activities that much in a game, basically talking about it, but especially whenever I'm like thinking to have some physical movement or activities. So I used to do a lot of parkour. I don't know if that counts in a game. I'm not sure about that, but I really love to parkour. When I was younger, me and my sister are buddies who literally team up and do crazy kind of activities like jumping from our own terrace to someone else's building and having a view over there. I know it sounds very crazy, but it was like the most memorable moment for me. I really enjoyed the moment a lot, but at this time, if I think about parkour, I cannot even imagine that I used to do that thing earlier. The bodies were so flexible, and it makes you feel so much more active, and I feel like I wish I could have continued that thing so that I can carry that thing along, but obviously, at this moment, I am the total opposite. The parkour thing needs a lot of pressure, like a lot of physical strength, and it takes a lot of risky things. I've seen a lot of YouTubers or people do the parkour, which is very risk-taking, but I feel like I would really love to do that once in my life again.

    Band 6

    The game is cricket. I often play in the evening after coming from the school and I used to play with my friends. It feels very interesting playing the game because cricket is an emotion to me. Every Indian man does the same. In the summer we used to play six hours a day and that was very good. Playing with friends makes the game interesting. We will be making four types of franchises and we will be playing PPL. It's a Palmukul Premier League in our village. It's very good. There will be an intense fight between two teams who wanted to win. I used to cry after losing the match. After winning I will be very happy.

    Band 6

    I used to play carrom with my siblings and with my brother. We used to play it in the evening after the school hours and we really used to enjoy that game. It was a very fulfilling game for us and we also get some time to spend with our friends. And it was the time when I was like in my school days, near about in my 3rd to 6th class. So till 3 years it was our routine. We were so happy about it. The best part of the day was to be in the evening when we all sit together and play carrom. And it was so so happy moment for all of us. We were just like, we were so competitive that who win that game. And then we used to celebrate it and my mother used to cook a sweet dish for us. So we used to enjoy that too as well after playing the game. And then we used to sleep. So that was our routine and that was the game. Very nostalgic.

    Band 6

    When I was younger, I enjoyed a lot of games, but I would like to say one of the best games where I played from when I was at 16 age, that is badminton game. I used to play with my brother because he was very elder more than me and he always supports me in my sports. Now I am professionally playing as a sports person in badminton team. One of my role model is PV Sindhu and the thing is that I enjoy from my childhood, I used to play these badminton and it gives me a very warm and fit and it gives me a very enjoyment and this is really encourage me to do some good exercise and because of this I get the passion and the fame from and the public know me who I am because of this sports and this always give me the chance to play and I win one of the match in last month where I really feel good playing for the country and it is really give me a encouragement.

    Band 6

    One game I really enjoyed as a kid was Hide and Seek. It was simple, but the thrill of finding a good hiding spot or trying to outsmart the seeker made it feel like an adventure every time. We used to play it outside the neighborhood kids, running around trees, hiding behind cars or even squeezing into tiny spaces. The suspense of hearing footsteps getting closer while trying not to breathe too loudly was the best part. I really enjoyed playing Hide and Seek. But as we grew up, you know, everything just changed and everyone was busy in their lives, so we didn't get that much to enjoy. Thanks for watching!

    Band 6

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