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Describe a time when you represented a team

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   566   with Model Answer: Describe a time when you represented a team. You should say: when it was what type of team you were representing how many others were in the team 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 : Thank you so much for this interesting and nice topic. I'd like to tell you about an experience when I had the honor of representing my college's debate team in an inter-college debate competition a couple of years ago. This event took place during my second year at college. I was an active member of the college's debate club, so when the opportunity arose to participate in this prestigious competition, I was both excited and a little nervous. The competition was held at a renowned university, and it attracted teams from various colleges in the reg

When you went outside of your country for the first time

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   565   with Model Answer: Describe your experience when you went outside of your country for the first time. You should say: when it was what country you visited why you went outside of your country on this occasion 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 : I remember my first international trip like it was yesterday. It was back in the summer of 2017 when I had just turned 20 years old. I travelled to the vibrant and diverse country of Thailand, and I feel really excited to be able to talk about this experience here. The reason for my journey was both an educational opportunity and a chance to explore a different culture. I was selected to participate in a university-sponsored exchange programme, which allowed me to spend a semester studying at a university in Thailand

When you met someone who you became good friends with

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   564   with Model Answer: Describe a time when you met someone who you became good friends with. You should say: who you met when and where you met this person what you thought about this person when you first met and explain why you think you became good friends with this person. [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 : This is such a nice topic to talk about. It reminds me of one memorable occasion when I met someone who later became one of my closest friends during my freshman year at university. Her name is Sarah, and I met her at a campus orientation event that took place in the first week of our classes. I vividly recall the day - it was a sunny September afternoon, and the campus was bustling with enthusiastic students eager to make new friends. I had just moved to a new city for my studies, and

Describe a tourist attraction in your country that you would recommend

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   563   with Model Answer: Describe a tourist attraction in your country that you would recommend. You should say: what the tourist attraction is where in your country this tourist attraction is  what visitors can see and do at this tourist attraction and explain why you would recommend this tourist attraction. [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: One of the most captivating tourist attractions in India - my beloved motherland - that I would highly recommend is the Taj Mahal, located in the city of Agra in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh. The Taj Mahal is not only an architectural marvel but also a symbol of eternal love and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors to the Taj Mahal can witness the breathtaking beauty of this white marble mausoleum, which was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory o

When you enjoyed visiting a member of your family

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   562   with Model Answer: Describe a time when you enjoyed visiting a member of your family in their home. You should say: who you visited and where they lived why you made this visit what happened during this visit and explain what you enjoyed about this visit. [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: I would like to share a memorable experience when I visited my aunt's house during a school break. My aunt, who lives in a quaint suburban neighbourhood, had invited me over to spend a few days with her and her family. I had always enjoyed spending time with them, and this visit turned out to be particularly enjoyable. My aunt's home is nestled in a peaceful and lush green area, providing a refreshing change from the cityscape where I lived. The purpose of my visit was simply to catch up, relax,

A picture or photograph you have in your room

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   561   with Model Answer: Describe a picture or photograph you have in your room. You should say: how long you have this in your room what is in the photograph or picture where you got it from and explain what this photo means 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: I've a photograph in my room that holds a special place in my heart. I've had this photograph for around three years now, and it captures a moment of pure joy and togetherness. The photo features my family during a vacation we took to a serene beach. In the picture, we're all standing on the sandy shore, with the vast ocean in the background. The sun is setting, casting a warm, golden glow on us. I can see my parents, my younger sister, and me, all wearing big smiles on our faces. My sister and I are holding hands, laughi

Describe some food or drink that you learned to prepare

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   560   with Model Answer: Describe some food or drink that you learned to prepare. You should say: what food or drink you learned to prepare when and where you learned to prepare this how you learned to prepare this and explain how you felt about learning to prepare this food or drink. [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: Oh, this is such a nice topic to talk about. In fact, I am happy to have this topic to talk about because I love to cook and sometimes experiment with it. One food item I learned to prepare is homemade pizza, and here I'm going to talk about it. What food or drink you learned to prepare: I learned to prepare a variety of food and drink items but pizza stands out among them. Homemade pizza is a versatile dish where you can choose your favourite toppings and create a

Describe a time you were sleepy but had to stay awake

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   559   with Model Answer: Describe a time you were sleepy but had to stay awake. You should say: when it was where you were why you had to stay awake even though you were sleepy 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: One memorable occasion when I had to battle my drowsiness and stay awake was when my younger sister fell sick and had to be taken to the hospital. It was an emotionally challenging and exhausting experience, but I knew that my presence and support were crucial to her well-being. That's exactly the night I could not sleep at all even though I was asleep. I will share this experience with you here. When it was: This happened a few months ago when my sister suddenly developed a high fever and severe cough. We rushed her to the hospital late

When you celebrated some kind of success or achievement

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   558   with Model Answer: Describe a time when you celebrated some kind of success or achievement. You should say: when it was what you were celebrating who was with you 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: One memorable moment in my life, when I celebrated a significant success, was on my graduation day. It was a joyous occasion that marked the successful completion of my undergraduate studies and the beginning of a new chapter in my life. I am so grateful to you to be able to talk about this wonderful event and my experience of this event. When it was: The graduation ceremony took place on a bright and sunny day in June, two years ago. The anticipation leading up to this day had been building for years, and finally, the moment had arrived to celebrat

A leisure activity you have enjoyed with your family

IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card   557   with Model Answer: Describe a leisure activity you have enjoyed lately with your family. You should say: when it was what type of leisure activity it was how frequently you do this with your family and explain how much you enjoyed 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: Spending quality leisure time with family is a cherished opportunity to create lasting memories and strengthen the bond between loved ones. Recently, I had the pleasure of engaging in a delightful leisure activity with my family that brought us immense joy and togetherness. For this topic, I am going to share this experience with you. When it was: Just last month, during a weekend, we decided to have a family picnic at a nearby park. It was a much-needed break from our busy schedules and provided us with an oppor