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When you thought the weather was so bad

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   543   with Model Answer: Describe a time when you thought the weather was so bad. You should say: when it was what the weather was like how it affected your plan and explain how you felt about 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: Introduction: I think that weather plays an important role in our daily lives, and it can have a significant impact on our plans and activities. Thus I have different types of memories of events based on different weather conditions. I vividly remember a time when I encountered extremely bad weather, and it disrupted my plans, and for this topic, I am going to share this experience with you. When it was: It was a few years ago when I was travelling to a nearby town for a family gathering. The trip was planned for the weekend, and I was looking forward to spending some q

Equipment or tool you often use at home

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   542   with Model Answer: Describe a piece of equipment or tool you often use at home. You should say: what it is how you use it how it helps you and explain why it is important to you. [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: First, I'd like to thank you for this nice topic. In fact, we use various tools and equipment in our daily lives to make our work easier and more efficient. One such tool that I use frequently at my home is the "washing machine". It has made washing clothes a lot easier and more convenient for me. For this topic, I am going to talk about this useful equipment that I use almost daily. What it is: My washing machine is a fully automatic front-loading machine. It has a capacity of 7kg, which is sufficient for my family's daily laundry needs. How you use

Describe an art exhibition that you have been to

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   541   with Model Answer: Describe an art exhibition that you have been to. You should say: when you visited this art exhibition where the exhibition was held what was on display and explain your impression of the art exhibition. [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: Art exhibitions are a great way to appreciate and learn about different forms of art. I have been fortunate to attend several art exhibitions, but the one that stands out in my memory is the "Metamorphosis" exhibition that I visited a few years ago. For this topic, I would like to talk about this art exhibition. And before I get into the details of this exhibition, I would like to thank you for this great topic. When you visited this art exhibition: I visited the "Metamorphosis" art exhibition in the summ

Describe a journey that did not go as planned

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   540   with Model Answer: Describe a journey that did not go as planned. You should say: where you were travelling to who you went there with what was your expectation from the journey and explain why it did not go as planned. [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: Travelling is always exciting and full of surprises. However, sometimes even the best-planned journeys can go off-track. Today, I would like to talk about a journey that did not go as planned. Where you were travelling to & Who you went there with: I went to Paris, France, with my best friend. It was our dream destination, and we had planned the trip for months. We were excited to explore the famous city and indulge in French cuisine. What was your expectation from the journey: My expectations were high, and I was looking f

Something you did that was a waste of time

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   539   with Model Answer: Describe something you did that you think was a waste of your time. You should say: when it was what you did how long it took and explain why you think that was a waste of your time. [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: Time is a valuable asset, and we should spend it wisely. However, sometimes we may end up doing things that we regret later on. For this topic, I will talk about an activity that I did that I feel was a waste of my time. When it was: Last summer, during my summer vacation, I decided to learn a new language. Well, little did I know back then that it was not a prudent decision. What you did: I was quite excited about it, and I spent a lot of time researching the best courses and resources available. I finally found an online course and started tak

Describe your favourite dress

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   538   with Model Answer: Describe your favourite dress. You should say: what type of dress it is when you like to wear it how often you like to wear it and explain why this is your favourite dress. [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: As a girl, I have a wide variety of dresses in my wardrobe but there is one particular dress that is my absolute favourite. In this answer, I will describe my favourite dress and why I love it so much. But before I talk about it, I'd like to thank you for this wonderful topic. What type of dress it is: My favourite dress is a knee-length, sleeveless A-line dress made of lightweight cotton fabric. It has a floral pattern in shades of pink, blue, and yellow on a white background. The neckline is round and it has a fitted waistline that flares out into

Describe an important river or lake in your country

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   537   with Model Answer: Describe an important river or lake in your country. You should say: what it is how you know about it where it is located and explain how this river or lake is important to your country. [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: Canada is rich in natural beauty, including numerous rivers and lakes. One of the most important rivers in Canada is the St. Lawrence River, which is both culturally and economically significant. I would like to thank you for this nice topic before I go into details to talk about it. What it is: The St. Lawrence River is a large river in eastern North America that flows from Lake Ontario into the Atlantic Ocean. It forms part of the international boundary between Canada and the United States and stretches over 1,900 kilometres in length. H

Describe a person whose job is important to society

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   536   with Model Answer: Describe a person whose job is important to society. You should say: who this person is what job he/she has how you know this person and explain why his/her job is important to society. [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: In our society, many people have important jobs that contribute to the well-being and development of the community. One such person is my neighbour, who is a doctor. For this topic, I would like to describe this person and explain how his job is important to all of us. Who this person is: My neighbour, Dr. Rohit, is a medical professional who is highly respected in our community for his dedication to his job. He has been practising medicine for over 18 years and has helped numerous people recover from illnesses and injuries. What job he/she

Describe a piece of art you like

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   535   with Model Answer: Describe a piece of art you like. You should say: what it is where you saw it what you know about this piece of art and explain why you like 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: Introduction: I'd first like to thank you for this excellent topic. For this, I will talk about a piece of art that has always fascinated me. What it is: I think that art has been an integral part of human civilization, and it has come in various forms and styles. Among all, paintings have been the most popular form of art, which has been mesmerizing people for centuries. Luckily, I have had the opportunity to see many great works of art, but the one that always stands out for me is "The Birth of Venus" by Sandro Botticelli. "The Birth of Venus" is a painting created by Sa

Describe an interesting aquatic animal

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   534   with Model Answer: Describe an interesting aquatic animal you know about. You should say: what animal it is what they look like when you have seen them and explain why you think this is an interesting aquatic animal. [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: Aquatic animals are fascinating creatures that inhabit the world's oceans, seas, and rivers. There are numerous aquatic animals that have unique features that make them interesting to learn about. In this cue card, I would like to talk about an aquatic animal that I find particularly interesting, which is the jellyfish. What animal it is: Jellyfish are free-floating, umbrella-shaped creatures that belong to the phylum Cnidaria. They are found in all of the world's oceans and are known for their beautiful, translucent bodie