Talk About A Traditional Object Of Your Country: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

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  • What is it?
  • How is it made?
  • When did you first try it?
  • Why do you like it?
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So the traditional object in my country that I really like is the architecture of Taj Mahal, I would say. It's really beautiful the way it has been made. All that white exquisite marble that has been used at that era of that time was simply a really fantastic job that everybody did that time and it was built during the Mughal Empire in India by a person called Shah Jahan who was the ruler that time and he built this when her wife died, Mumtaz, and he built the Taj Mahal to bury her wife in a really beautiful manner and it was a show of love and I would say Taj Mahal in itself is an epitome of love that he showed to the world that how much he loved his wife and how I got to know about all this I went on a school trip with my teachers and I went there and I just saw that Mumtaz grave there and it made me really emotional when I saw that like a person with so much love could do for a person who has died just for making a good resting place for her loved one and it is the reason I loved it another is one of the nine wonders in the world second it's really beautiful the way it has been architect the way it has been seen the calligraphy on that Taj Mahal everything is so epic and so precise and sharp it's like

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What other traditional objects are significant in your country?
In addition to the Taj Mahal, there are many traditional objects in India, such as the intricate carvings of temples, the vibrant textiles like sarees, and traditional musical instruments like the sitar. Each of these reflects the rich cultural heritage and history of India.

How does the Taj Mahal influence tourism in India?
The Taj Mahal is one of the most visited monuments in the world, attracting millions of tourists each year. Its beauty and historical significance boost local economies and promote cultural exchange, making it a vital part of India's tourism industry.

What emotions do you feel when you visit historical sites like the Taj Mahal?
Visiting historical sites like the Taj Mahal evokes a sense of awe and connection to the past. It makes me reflect on the stories behind these monuments and the love and effort that went into their creation, often leaving me feeling inspired and emotional.

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My traditional object in my country is like Rasgulla. It is made from wheat and maida. It is very delicious and beautiful and I love to eat. So it is always be a part of our festival. This food is very viral in our city. So people are really enjoy to eat this type of food and mostly in the functions or in the marriage ceremony, occasional programs, this food is served in a huge way. So I consider Rasgulla is a traditional food in our country, in our city.

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What other traditional foods are popular in your country?
In addition to Rasgulla, there are many other traditional foods in my country, such as Samosa, Biryani, and Pitha. Each region has its own specialties, and they are often enjoyed during festivals and family gatherings, showcasing the rich culinary diversity of our culture.

How do festivals influence food traditions in your culture?
Festivals play a significant role in our food traditions. They bring families together, and special dishes like Rasgulla are prepared to celebrate these occasions. The food served during festivals often has cultural significance and is a way to honor our heritage and share joy with others.

Can you describe a memorable experience related to Rasgulla?
One of my most memorable experiences with Rasgulla was during my cousin's wedding. The entire family gathered, and we had a huge feast. Seeing everyone enjoy the Rasgulla together, laughing and sharing stories, made it a special moment that highlighted the importance of food in our celebrations.

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Describe your favourite food at a traditional festival or a special event in your country
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Anonymous student Band 7.5

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Pitampura Test Centre, New Delhi

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I like to taste different types of cuisine. Here I would like to talk about my favorite dish at my traditional festival of Onam which is Sadya. Sadya is popular in my city. We are experimenting these cuisines on Onam festival day. Onam is a famous festival in my city. All family members get together in my home and we make a delicious Sadya. There are many ingredients includes that Sadya. Moreover, we make a big feast that day as well as we create a lot of memories together and we wear that day the traditional dress called Sari and men wear the Dhotis. That festival is really important to us because the whole day we are conducting different kinds of games at our homes and all the family members came together. It's a memorable day in my life. This is the festival. We are making the Sambar and Aviyal. These all the kinds of foods are making with the vegetables.

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

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Sector 34 Test Centre, Chandigarh

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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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When I was a kid, I had a little pencil box which had these four buttons which gave the pencil box an operative use. When you press the button, the box would open up. When you press the second button, a little part of it would slide out. Basically it was just a little electronical and a fun thing to have and I owned it when I was in 6th. One day after break, I was standing and talking there with one of my friends and another friend of mine was running through the hallway and accidentally she pushed my shoulder and my pencil box hit the ground and it broke into multiple pieces to the point that it was not functional anymore.

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 6-7

So the traditional object in my country that I really like is the architecture of Taj Mahal, I would say. It's really beautiful the way it has been made. All that white exquisite marble that has been used at that era of that time was simply a really fantastic job that everybody did that time and it was built during the Mughal Empire in India by a person called Shah Jahan who was the ruler that time and he built this when her wife died, Mumtaz, and he built the Taj Mahal to bury her wife in a really beautiful manner and it was a show of love and I would say Taj Mahal in itself is an epitome of love that he showed to the world that how much he loved his wife and how I got to know about all this I went on a school trip with my teachers and I went there and I just saw that Mumtaz grave there and it made me really emotional when I saw that like a person with so much love could do for a person who has died just for making a good resting place for her loved one and it is the reason I loved it another is one of the nine wonders in the world second it's really beautiful the way it has been architect the way it has been seen the calligraphy on that Taj Mahal everything is so epic and so precise and sharp it's like

Band 6

My traditional object in my country is like Rasgulla. It is made from wheat and maida. It is very delicious and beautiful and I love to eat. So it is always be a part of our festival. This food is very viral in our city. So people are really enjoy to eat this type of food and mostly in the functions or in the marriage ceremony, occasional programs, this food is served in a huge way. So I consider Rasgulla is a traditional food in our country, in our city.
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