Skip to main content

Describe a website you use

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card 367 with Model Answer:

Describe a website you use that helps you a lot in your work or studies.

You should say:
  • what the website is
  • how often you use this website
  • what information the website gives you
and explain how your work or studies would change if this website didn't exist.

[You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.]

Model Answer 1: 
We should absolutely thank Tim Berners-Lee, a British scientist at CERN, for inventing the World Wide Web (WWW) in 1989. But, we should also be equally thankful to the websites like “youtube.com” which have made the efforts of people like Tim Berners-Lee even more revolutionizing and remarkable. But, here, I would like to talk about youtube.com, saving Mr Tim Berners for another time.

Talking about youtube.com, it is one of the most popular video search engines in today’s world which attract more than 2 billion users every month. In fact, youtube.com became the second-most popular website in 2018 with more than 500 hours of video content which are being uploaded to it every minute. Since starting its journey as a “video-sharing platform” in the year 2005, it has allowed us to view a countless number of videos, containing information on pretty much all kinds of subjects, issues and interests, which a human could possibly think about and imagine in today’s world.

As for me, I have been using this website for the last 8 years in order to learn an array of things, from a particular food recipe to practising a foreign language to learning “karate”, by watching some amazing videos on it. In fact, it wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say that a person can practically learn about anything and become an expert just by watching videos on youtube.com. This great website also offers “live streaming” facilities to its users.

I have benefitted a lot from this amazing website by learning a number of skills from its videos. In fact, if this particular website didn’t exist, I wouldn’t be able to improve on my computer coding skills and become a better computer programming professional. Besides, without this particular website and some of its educational videos, my communication skills still would have remained below standard. However, one of the best advantages of using this video sharing platform is that I can actually keep in touch with many other like-minded professionals from the same profession and ask for their feedback on many career-related issues.




Sample Answer 2: 
I am a mobile technician based in Hong Kong and I often need to repair mobile phones for my clients. At times, I need to check the IMEI of their devices. Without knowing the right IMEI, it is not always possible to make the right decisions to fix those devices. So, I frequently need to visit the www.imei.info website.

I need to use this website almost every day, seven to eight times at least, but there are no certain counts. When my clients come with locked-in phones, I need to visit the site to know the details of the device. I have to keep the site open on my computer for a long time sometimes due to the rush of the clients.

This is a website that provides mobile phone related information. By visiting the website, anyone can know about the IMEI details of any mobile phone. Besides, some additional information is provided by this website which is handy at times. The site users can learn if the phone set is stolen, blacklisted or comes with a country lock. You can fix software problems using the site and within a short period of time. But you need to pay to get some premium service.

Well, if there were no such websites, it would have been tougher for me as a professional. Many clients come with allegations that their phones are locked. In that case, I need to use this website to unlock the phones. If this website or any other similar website did not exist, it would have been tougher for me to work as a mobile technician.
Labels:

Comments

  1. Chuck Bush1 August 2019 at 19:23

    Your blog helps me to understand about cue card. It is part-2 of speaking test. Speaking part is more difficult than other tasks like reading, writing, listening. The IELTS test is a prerequisite where English is the language of communication. IELTS is very helpful to study or work in other countries. I also clear with 7.5 bad overall in IELTS exam. I recommend to you that if you want to take IELTS tuitions in Singapore visit https://smiletutor.sg/ielts-private-tuition

    ReplyDelete

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

An interesting activity that you enjoy doing

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   587   with Model Answer: Describe an interesting activity that you enjoy doing. You should say: what type of activity it is how often you do it who you do it with and explain how much you enjoy it. [You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.] Model Answer: Thank you so much for this interesting topic. I'd love to share an activity I thoroughly enjoy, and this activity is collecting coins from different countries. It's a fascinating hobby that combines my interests in history, culture, and travel. It’s a hobby that I find both fascinating and rewarding. I believe, collecting coins is a unique and educational pastime. It involves acquiring coins from various countries, each with its own distinctive design, historical significance, and cultural value. Collecting coins, or numismatics, as some call it, is more than ...
Post a Comment
Read more

Describe your favourite book

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card 444 with Model Answer: Describe your favourite book. You should say: what book it is who wrote this book what it is about and explain why this is your favourite book. [You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.] Model Answer 1: Introduction & What book it is: I believe that books have the power to transport us to different worlds, evoke emotions, and leave a lasting impact on our lives. One such book that holds a special place in my heart is "Anna Karenina" by Leo Tolstoy. This classic novel, penned by one of the greatest Russian writers, has captivated readers for generations with its rich storytelling and profound exploration of human nature. First published in 1877, it is considered one of the greatest works of world literature and has had a significant influence on the literary landscape. Who wr...
5 comments
Read more

Person in your family who you most admire

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card 10 With Model Answer: Describe the person in your family who you most admire. You should say: what his/her relationship is with you what he/she has done in your life what he/she does now and explain why you admire this person the most. [You will have to talk about the topic for 1 to 2 minutes. You have one minute to think about what you're going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.] Model Answer 1: My mother is the person in my family whom I most admire. She is not only my mother but also my role model and best friend. I would like to thank you for this excellent topic that enables me to talk about the person I love and admire the most. My mother has done many things in my life that have made me admire her. Firstly, she has always been there for me, no matter what. Whenever I am going through a difficult time, she listens to me and offers advice or support. Additionally, my mother has always encouraged me to pu...
Read more

Describe an occasion when you used a map

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   589   with Model Answer: Describe an occasion when you used a map. You should say: when it was why you needed to use a map how the map helped you and explain how you felt about using the map on this occasion. [You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.] Model Answer: Introduction: Thank you for giving me the opportunity to talk about a time when I used a map. I clearly remember a situation a couple of years ago when I used a map to navigate an unfamiliar city during my solo trip. Here, I will share the details of that experience. When it was: It was around two years ago when I decided to take a solo trip to the beautiful city of Amsterdam in the Netherlands. It was my first time visiting the city, and I was quite excited to explore its charming streets, canals, and historic sites. Why you needed to use a map:...
Post a Comment
Read more