Cue Card Sample
Interesting talk or lecture you have heard or attended - Cue Card # 640
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IELTS Speaking Part 2: IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card.
Describe an interesting talk or lecture you have heard or attended to.
You should say:
- who the speaker was
- when and where you heard/attended it
- what it was about
and explain why you think it was interesting.
[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 take a great deal of interest in the climate change that has been affecting our planet for centuries. So, whenever there is a talk or lecture on climate change, I seldom miss it whether it is discussed in a seminar or broadcast on the TV channel. So, when I came to know about such a lecture on “global warming” to be addressed by one of the most notable NASA scientists, I was quite excited. The lecture was broadcast about 2 years ago on the National Geographic TV channel.
The lecture methodically tried to highlight the damage to our earth caused by global warming and climate change. The very learned and distinguished lecturer presented the effects of greenhouse gases while saying how the Antarctic and the Greenland ice sheets were melting, sea levels were rising around the world, as well as how wildlife was on the verge of becoming extinct because of an extreme weather pattern.
Before ending his lecture, this distinguished scientist didn’t forget to warn us as to how the future/fate of our planet hung in the balance if we didn’t take immediate measures to slow the global warming caused by greedy humans. Indicating the extreme weather events such as El Nino, the lecturer also reminded us how the changes that had historically taken thousands of years to occur were happening over the course of decades.
The lecture was becoming more and more interesting as it continued for almost 2 hours, presenting the facts and information on how we humans have gradually destroyed our planet because of our unabated greed to power our modern lives. In fact, the lecture was quite worrisome for a native of a small island nation like me which, according to the lecture, would submerge in the ocean because of the rise in the sea level by 2050.
In fact, the threat of global warming is so real that even the former US vice president travelled from one corner of the world to another in order to raise awareness about its negative impact. After following the lecture the entire time, I didn’t have even a shadow of doubt in my mind that climate change was and still is the biggest challenge to the existence of our planet.
Model Answer 2:
I have attended several seminars, talks and lectures. But in my opinion, the most captivating talks I've attended were delivered by Dr. Jane Goodall, a renowned primatologist, and conservationist. For this topic, I will share this experience with you.
I had the privilege of hearing her speak at a conservation conference held at my university auditorium last year. Dr. Goodall's talk focused on her groundbreaking research with chimpanzees in Gombe Stream National Park in Tanzania, as well as her tireless efforts to advocate for wildlife conservation and environmental protection. She shared inspiring anecdotes from her fieldwork, highlighting the complex social behaviours and emotional lives of chimpanzees, and emphasized the urgent need for global action to address pressing environmental issues such as deforestation, habitat loss, and species extinction.
What made Dr. Goodall's talk particularly captivating was her unwavering passion, enthusiasm, and authenticity. Her deep connection with the natural world and her heartfelt commitment to making a positive difference resonated deeply with the audience, inspiring us to reflect on our own roles in protecting the planet and conserving its biodiversity.
Moreover, Dr. Goodall's talk was not only informative but also incredibly engaging and thought-provoking. She skillfully weaved together scientific insights, personal anecdotes, and compelling storytelling to convey complex environmental concepts in a relatable and accessible manner. Her ability to captivate the audience's attention and spark meaningful conversations about conservation challenges and solutions was truly remarkable. Her powerful message of hope, resilience, and collective action continues to inspire me to advocate for a more sustainable and harmonious relationship with the natural world.
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