Describe a valuable item that you would like to give as a gift.
You should say:
To whom you would like to give? What do you want to gift? Why do you want to give it? How long would you need to save for it?
OR
Describe an expensive gift that you would like to give someone when you save a lot of money.
You should say: What the gift is? Who you will give the gift to? How long it will take to save the money? And explain why you would like to give the gift to this person.
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.
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Model Answer 1:
Introduction: Giving a gift is a special way to show someone how much you care. It’s an opportunity to express your appreciation and gratitude for the person and their role in your life.
To whom you would like to give? and What do you want to gift? Here I would like to talk about a valuable item I would like to give as a gift to my mom. It’s a beautiful piece of jewelry – a necklace with a delicate gold chain and a small diamond pendant. The necklace is elegant and timeless, and I know it would look stunning on her.
Why do you want to give it? I want to give this gift to my mom because she has always been there for me. She has supported me through difficult times and celebrated with me during happy moments. She has taught me so much and has always been a source of love and guidance.
I want to show her how much I appreciate her and how much she means to me. I want to give her something special that she can keep forever as a reminder of our bond. The necklace is the perfect gift because it’s beautiful and valuable, just like our relationship.
How long would you need to save for it? The necklace is quite expensive, so I need to save up for it. It would take me about a year to save enough money to buy it. But I think it’s worth it because it’s such a special and meaningful gift.
Every time I put some money aside for the necklace, I think about how happy it will make my mom, and it motivates me to keep saving.
Conclusion: I can’t wait to see the look on my mom’s face when I give her the necklace. I hope that every time she wears the necklace, she will think of me and our bond.
Model Answer 2:
Introduction:
I really like giving gifts to my family members and friends.
And I equally like receiving gifts as well.
To whom you would like to give?
Today, I would like to talk about an expensive item I want to buy for my nephew.
Last year, my nephew came to stay with me during the summer vacations.
During that time, we played a lot on Play Station.
Whenever we talk on the phone, he talks about the games we played on the Play Station and how eager he is to visit me the following summer, so we can play again together.
Why do you want to give it?
However, my sister told me they wouldn’t be able to visit us during the next summer as she is working during that time.
She hasn’t told him yet, but I know he will be heartbroken when he learns he won’t be able to visit me.
What do you want to gift?
So, I want to gift my nephew a PlayStation 5.
That way, we can play together online.
Plus, when he opens the box, I want to see his surprised face.
There is no better feeling than to see a smile on our loved ones’ faces.
How long would you need to save for it?
The PlayStation costs around Rs 50,000, and I work part-time nowadays.
With my part-time salary, it would take me around four to five months to afford it.
That means I won’t be able to get it before August.
So, I am planning to borrow some money from my parents to gift it to him.
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 valuable item that you would like to give as a gift”.
1. What do you think young people save money for? I think young people save money for mainly two things, technological gadgets like smartphones, laptops and computers and clothes and secondly, branded clothes and fashion accessories like clothes, belts, purses and so on. Besides that, in some countries, youth also save money for higher education.
2. What is the difference between men and women saving money? I don’t think there is any difference. It really depends upon the individual rather than the gender. If the person has strong willpower, they are able to save money easily. Otherwise, it can be really hard.
3. Do you think it is better to spend money or save money? We should always try to save a fixed proportion for rainy days, but at the same time, we should stop enjoying life. Life is short and we should also enjoy when we get the opportunity
4. Do you think children’s knowledge of money comes from school or family? I think it comes from both. There are certainly lessons and concepts in subjects like math which teach students about money, but parents also teach a lot of money management. I think the knowledge in school is more theoretical, whereas we learn more by observing our parents, so it has a bigger impact.
5. Do you think schools should increase their awareness of money? I think money management is an important life lesson and schools should include subjects on it. Many youngsters need to be more careful with money because they have no prior knowledge of it and sometimes regret overspending later. So there should certainly be lessons about responsible spending and saving money in schools.
Important Vocabularies:
1. Appreciation
recognition and enjoyment of the good qualities of someone or something.
Example: I want to show my mom my appreciation for all that she has done for me.
2. Gratitude
the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness.
Example: Giving a gift is an opportunity to express your gratitude for someone.
3. Pendant
a piece of jewelry that hangs from a chain worn around the neck.
Example: The necklace has a small diamond pendant.
4. Timeless
that does not seem to be changed by time or affected by changes in fashion
Example: The necklace is elegant and timeless.
5. Eager
Wanting very much to do or have something, especially something interesting or enjoyable.
Example: He talks about the games we played on the Play Station and how eager he is to visit me the following summer.
6. Heartbroken
Overcome by sorrow.
Example: I know he will be heartbroken when he learns he won’t be able to visit me.
7. Afford
Have enough money to pay for.
Example: With my part-time salary, it would take me around four to five months to afford it.
8. Borrow
Take and use (something that belongs to someone else) with the intention of returning it.
Example: So, I am planning to borrow some money from my parents to gift it to him.
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