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January to April 2025 Cue Card
Speaking 1. Fluency and Coherence • Speak Naturally: Avoid memorizing answers. Speak at a comfortable pace and let your ideas flow naturally. • Organize Your Ideas: Use discourse markers like “First of all,” “On the other hand,” “For example,” and “In conclusion” to structure your responses. • Avoid Pausing Too Much: If you need a […]
Laughing in IELTS Speaking Part 1
IELTS Speaking Part 1 Topic: Laughing | September to December 2024 1. When was the last time you laughed? I think laughing is the best exercise for staying healthy. The last time I laughed was when I met my closest friend after many years. We recalled funny moments from our school days and laughed a […]
Topic: Good View | Speaking Part 1 | 2024
Good view 1.What is your favourite place and why? My favourite place is the Central Park of my hometown because it has a peaceful environment. Moreover, watching the greenery makes me feel calm and relaxed. 2. Would you take photos when you see a good view? Of course! Like others, I am also a passenger […]
Describe a time when you received good service in a shop/store Cue Card
Describe a time when you received good service in a shop/store Cue Card | September to December 2024 | IELTS Speaking Where shop is When you went to the shop What service you received from the staff And explain how you felt about the service Vocab and Idioms 1. Rare – Uncommon occurrence 2. Crucial […]
Describe something you did in your study/work that has made you feel confident Cue Card
Describe something you did in your study/work that has made you feel confident Cue Card September to December 2024 When and where it happened What you did Why it made you feel confident And explain how you felt about it Vocab and idioms 1. Crucial – Very important 2. Immensely – Extremely large 3. Trait […]
Describe a challenge you faced to that you thought was rather difficult Cue Card
Describe a challenge you faced to that you thought was rather difficult Cue Card | September to December 2024 Cue Card What it was When and where you faced it Why you thought it was a difficult challenge And explain how you felt at the time Vocab and Idioms 1. Numerous- many 2. Initially- starting […]
Describe a crowded place you have visited Cue Card 2024
Describe a crowded place you have visited | Cue Card | 8 Band Sample | September to December 2024 When you went there With whom you went there Explain how you felt about being there Vocab and Idioms 1. Arduous task – Hard work 2. Hustle and bustle – Busy activity 3. Eminent – Highly […]
Describe a prize you have received recently (eg money, something valuable, a medal)
Describe a prize you received Cue Card | September to December 2024 Cue Card what it was when you received it what you did to receive it and how you felt about it Vocab and Idioms 1 Hard work is the key to success: Persistent effort 2 Burn the midnight oil: Work late 3 Leave […]
Describe a party that you enjoyed Cue Card With Follow-up
Describe a party that you enjoyed Cue Card with Follow-up September to December 2024 When and where the party was held Who attended the party What kind of party it was What you did in the party And explain why you enjoyed this party Vocab and Idioms Part and parcel – important Ambiance – environment […]
Describe your favourite food at a traditional festival or a special event in your country Cue Card
Describe your favourite food at a traditional festival or a special event in your country. What it is At which festival/event you eat it How it is made And explain why you like it Vocab and Idioms 1. Imperative – important 2. Renowned – popular 3. Dessert – sweet dish 4. Mouth-watering taste- very tasty […]
Describe something you own that you want to replace Cue Card
Describe something you own that want to replace Cue Card | 8 Band Sample | IELTS Speaking May to August 2024 • What it is • Where it is • How you got it • And explain why you want to replace it Vocab 1. Passenger of the same lane – someone who is traveling […]
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