IELTS SPEAKING CUE CARD

Describe a skill that you can teach other people

IELTS CUE CARD

Describe a skill that you can teach other people.

You should say
What is it?
How you learnt it?
How can you teach others this skill?
How do you feel about this skill?

NOTE – The examiner gives you one minute to plan your answer, and to help you prepare for the topic, the examiner provides you with a pencil and a notepad. You’ll have to answer the questions given on the topic for one-to-two minutes

Sample Answer 1

Introduction

• In this competitive era, having a skill is extremely important.
• I have this habit of continuously enhancing my skill set.
• Recently I acquired a new skill.

What is it? How did you learn it?

• During the corona pandemic, I had to stay at my home for six months.
• Initially, I wasted my time watching web series and playing games.
• But later on, I planned to make productive use of the time at my disposal.
• Since I didn’t have much work to do, I started spending a sizeable portion of my time watching videos related to cooking.
• Initially, I felt quite uncomfortable, but once I had come to know the basics of cooking, I became a good cook.
• With determination, dedication and discipline, I have enhanced my cooking skills.
• Now I am pretty good at making mouth-watering delicacies which would be liked by everyone who eats them.

How can you teach others this skill?

• Being a digital nomad, I would like to teach the skill of cooking to others through the internet.
• I have already designed an online course which would be beneficial for people from all walks of life.

How do you feel about this skill?

• I sincerely believe that this skill has brought a paradigm shift in my life.
• My fitness level has gone high because now I can cook healthy food of my choice.
• Moreover, I have earned plaudits from my near and dear ones for serving them exotic dishes.
• Apart from this, I have got an opportunity to earn money.
• In a nutshell, this skill has made me a better person.

Sample Answer 2

Introduction

In this contemporary epoch having specialisation in a skill can do wonders for you. It could open a plethora of opportunities for you. I have expert knowledge of a skill that I could teach others.

What is it? How did you learn it?

The skill is driving, and I learnt it from my father. My family is full of travelling enthusiasts. We have this uncanny knack for going to offbeat places. And on numerous occasions, we have travelled more than 1,000 miles in a day.

During these trips, I used to watch my father driving from very close. Gradually, I had learnt the basics of driving, and seeing my interest in driving, my father handed over the steering to me.

Now, whenever my family goes on a trip, I drive the car.

How can you teach others this skill?

My father specially designed a car to teach me to drive. I can use that car to teach others.

How do you feel about this skill?

In my opinion, driving is an important skill to learn. Without it, you are at the mercy of others for going from one place to another.

It helps you in many ways. First of all, you save time and money because you need not wait for a cab or bus to reach your destination. Moreover, you can save commuting time because you can plan your journey as per your wish.

Since I can drive with tremendous ease on not only plains but also hills, I believe that I have the potential to become a renowned driving instructor.

Sample Answer 3

Introduction 

I cherish using computers as and when I get the opportunity because I enjoy coming in contact with divergent things about the computers while using them. Moreover, becoming an expert at repairing a computer, is a much sought after skill these days.

What Is It? How Did You Learn It?

With determination, dedication and discipline, I have learned how to repair a computer. Initially, I used to fix hardware issues, however now I can tackle software issues too.

Although, I haven’t acquired the ability to take care of all types of computer problems like a professional. I try my hand at various procedures and techniques until I reach the solution, whether it is about any issue related to network connectivity, speed, RAM etcetera.

There are umpteen issues with the computer that it is a herculean task to make a list of all. It is a daunting task to become an expert at it. To achieve proficiency in this skill, I need to go beyond the conventional domain to carve out a niche for myself.

How Do You Feel About This Skill And How Can You Teach Others This Skill?

In this era of digitalisation providing, skills-based training to others is an easy task. I will give both online and offline classes to impart knowledge.

Online classes will be for those who can not come to the institute due to a shortage of time or any other reason.

I will teach it interactively so that students can quickly grasp the information.

I feel that that imparting knowledge of computers would make me a better version of myself.

Follow up Questions

IELTS Speaking Part 3: Follow up Questions

Here are some examples of follow up questions that the examiner might ask during your speaking part 3 related to cue card “Describe a skill that you can teach other people”.

1. Should teachers be funny when they teach? 

In this contemporary epoch students have to burn the midnight oil to pass with good grades. An element of fun with studies can act as a stress buster for the students. Therefore teachers must inculcate entertainment in their teaching methods in a prudent way.

2. What qualities should teachers have?

The first and foremost quality a teacher must have is patience. Moreover, a teacher should be good at communication skills. Apart from this, the teacher should be altruistic.

3. Which do you think are more important practical skills or academic skills?

Both the skills have their significance. A judicious combination of these two skills is required to move your life towards an impressive growth trajectory.

4. Which age group is the best age for learning?

There is no denying this conviction that learning depends on our passion rather than any other factor. Thus, age is just a number for getting educated.

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19	Describe a time when you felt bored
20	Describe the time when you had to sing a song or a poem in front of a public
21	Describe a time when you changed your opinion
22	Describe an occasion when you ate a kind of food for the first time
23	Describe a place/person/home you like to visit but you don’t want to live there
24	Describe a time when you had to wait in a long line
25	Describe a skill that you can teach other people
26	Describe a part of a city or a town you enjoy spending time in
27	Describe a time when you were really close to a wild animal
28	Describe a time when you shared something with others IELTS cue card
29	Describe an occasion when you were not allowed to use your mobile phone IELTS cue card
30	Describe a decision made by others or someone that you disagreed with
31	Describe a time when your computer broke down
32	Describe a company where you live that employs a lot of people IELTS cue card
33	Describe a person who you think is very open
34	Describe a person who wears unusual clothes
35	Describe a short trip that you often take but you do not like
36	Describe your first day at school
37	Describe an art exhibition that you visited
38	Describe a piece of international news you have just recently heard
39	Describe an unforgettable bike(bicycle) trip
40	Describe a piece of equipment that is important in your home IELTS cue card
41	Describe a bag you want to own
42	Describe a time when you needed to use your imagination
43	Describe a time when you told your friend an important truth
44	Describe a time you saw children behave badly in public
45	Describe your favourite weather
46	Describe your favourite singer IELTS cue card
47	Describe a computer/phone game you enjoy playing since your childhood
48	Describe an expensive activity that you enjoy doing occasionally
49	Describe a thing you bought and you are happy about
50	Describe an aquatic animal
51	Talk about a health condition that you had and found a solution for it online IELTS Cue Card
52	Describe an occasion when you wasted your time
53	Describe a family which you like and are happy to know
54	Describe a time when you received good news
55	Describe a time when you first talked in a foreign language IELTS cue card
56	Describe a special hotel you stayed in
57	Talk about a time when you gave advice to someone
58	Describe a perfect job you would like to have in the future
59	Describe a book you read that you found useful or Describe an exciting book you read.
60	Describe an old person you know and respect
61	Describe an event you attended in which you didn’t like the music played
62	Describe an old friend you got in contact with again
63	Describe an interesting conversation that you had
64	Describe a time you made a promise to someone
65	Describe a person who helps others in his or her spare time
66	Describe a good decision you made recently
67	Describe a risk you have taken which had a positive result
68	Describe an ambition that you have for a long time
69	Describe something or someone that made a lot of noise
70	Describe an interesting tradition in your country.
71	Describe an event in which you were unsuccessful.
72	Describe an old object which your family has kept for a long time
73	Describe a town or city where you would like to live in the future
74	Describe an intelligent person you know
75	Describe an art or craft activity that you had at school IELTS cue card
76	Describe a photo of yourself that you like (or you have taken).
77	Describe a large company that you are interested in
78	Describe a time when a family member asked for your help
79	Describe a dinner you really enjoyed
80	Describe a time you got lost in a place you did not know about
81	Describe a foreign country you want to know more about?
82	Describe a volunteering experience you have had
83	Describe your favourite movie IELTS cue card
84	Talk about a recent health-related article that you have read IELTS cue card
85	Describe a time when you were surprised to meet a friend.
86	Describe a prize that you received
87	Describe a line that you remember from a poem or song
88	Describe an article on health you read in a magazine or on the internet
89	Describe a polite person whom you know
90	Describe a place where you are able to relax
91	Describe a conversation topic you were not interested in.
92	Describe an energetic person that you know
93	Talk about a famous person that you like the most IELTS cue card
94	Describe a program or app in your computer or phone
95	Describe a special day or a memory of your school or college days
96	Describe a water sport you would like to try in the future
97	Describe a gadget you own.
98	Describe a time when you had some medicine
99	Describe a friend/person who is a good leader
100	Describe a famous celebrity from your nation who you admire.
101	Describe a place you visited that has been affected by pollution
102	Describe a famous person that you are interested in
103	Describe an area of science that interests you
104	Describe a mistake you have made.