IELTS Speaking Part 2: IELTS Cue Card
Describe a time that something changed your life in good ways.
You should say:
When and where it happened?
What happened?
How you felt about it?
And explain how it changed your life in good ways.
Note: 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:
Life is a journey filled with experiences that shape us and help us grow. One such transformative experience in my life took place during my college years in India.
When and where it happened? and What happened?
I was studying at a university in Delhi when I got the opportunity to intern at a renowned technology company in Bangalore. This was a significant event as it was my first exposure to the professional world.
Moving to Bangalore, I was both excited and nervous. The city, known as the “Silicon Valley of India”, was a hub of innovation and technological advancement. I was going to work with experienced professionals on real-world projects.
The internship was challenging but incredibly rewarding. I was part of a team developing a new software application. The work was intense and required learning new programming languages and problem-solving techniques.
How you felt about it? And explain how it changed your life in good ways.
This experience had a profound impact on me. It not only enhanced my technical skills but also taught me valuable lessons about teamwork, time management, and work ethics. It boosted my confidence and made me realize my potential.
Moreover, living independently in a new city taught me to be self-reliant and adaptable. I learned to manage my finances, cook for myself, and navigate the city’s public transport system.
Conclusion:
Overall, this internship was a turning point in my life. It shaped my career path, personal growth, and outlook on life. The skills and experiences I gained continue to influence me both professionally and personally.
IELTS Speaking Part 3 : Follow up Questions
Here some examples of follow up questions that you may asked during your speaking part 3 by examiner related to cue card “describe a time that something changed your life in good ways”.
1. Is your country changing rapidly?
Yes, my country is changing rapidly. India is a developing country and is changing day-by-day for the better. With the advancement of technology it is stepping fast from a developing to a developed country. Change has always been happening, but technology has hastened the process of change.
2. What can smart phones do these days?
Smartphones are smart phones. They are mini computers that fit in our pockets. They do everything, which was earlier possible only on computers. They have risen above the basic purpose of phones that is communication. They provide information, entertainment, as well as connectivity.
3. Since most people do work on their computers, why do they still need to go to the office?
They still need to go to the office because there are still many jobs, which require face-to-face interaction. Furthermore, doing all the work from home through a computer can be very boring, as the office atmosphere is missing. Internet connectivity is still a problem in many places.
4. Do you think people’s work in the future will be heavily affected by technology?
Yes, people’s work will be heavily affected by technology. Those who will use technology can develop a wider network of customers or clients and will consequently do better at work.
5. Compare the pace of technological progress in the past and in the present?
Technological progress was much slower in the past as compared to the present. For example, when there was any new invention in the past, it took time to reach the people, but today the information of any new thing in the market can be made to reach the people instantaneously, because of the Internet.
