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Something interesting happened in your school - Cue Card # 692
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IELTS Speaking Part 2: IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card.
Describe something interesting that happened in your school.
You should say:
- what event it was
- how old you were then
- who were there
and explain what was interesting about it.
[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 had the opportunity to enjoy many fun and interesting events when I was attending elementary and high schools as a young boy. I really like this topic because it has allowed me to recall one such interesting thing, which happened about 10 or 11 years ago when I was about 13 or 14 years old.
I was lucky to have attended a great high school, not only because of its great educational curriculum but also because of its great location. In fact, it was located in between a big lake on one side and a big, beautiful “Mahogany” garden on the other. Apart from its interesting and attractive surroundings, my high school also used to attract some beautiful “guest birds” every winter from thousands of miles away, probably from other countries.
Of course, we were already used to seeing the activities of these birds every winter, playing in our school lake and the big, empty playground behind our school, but it was different during one winter. In fact, in that winter, we could see some video cameramen and journalists, probably invited by our school authority, trying to film and photograph the visiting birds. It became even more fun and interesting for us as we were also allowed to be filmed and photographed with them in action. We also noticed with pleasant surprise that the birds were acting as if they were also enjoying our attention while also eating our food! Many of us even tried to count how many birds were actually there, visiting our school, but they soon found out that there were just too many to count!
Anyway, the “Expedition Into The World Of The Guest Birds”, as we called it, was indeed one of the most interesting experiences of my life, as it allowed me to interact with some of the most unique and beautiful birds up until then as a young boy. Besides, showing my pictures in action with the birds, along with other friends of mine, in some leading national daily newspapers for the first time, was something I would never forget.
Model Answer 2:
Introduction:
Thank you for the opportunity to let me talk about an interesting event from my school days. This topic reminds me of some such interesting and pleasant memories, and I have already picked one to describe to you.
What event it was:
This interesting event was the annual talent show organized by the student council. I was around 15 years old at that time and was in the ninth grade. It was such an unforgettable experience for me that I still recall this event vividly - even after so many years!
Who were there:
The entire student body, along with teachers and staff, attended the talent show. It was a highly anticipated event, and students from different grades enthusiastically participated to showcase their talents in it.
And explain what was interesting about it:
What made this event particularly interesting was the sheer diversity of talents on display. From singing and dancing to stand-up comedy and magic tricks, there was something for everyone. The talent and creativity of my fellow students were truly impressive, and it was fascinating to see them shine on stage.
Moreover, the talent show fostered a sense of unity and friendship among students. It provided a platform for individuals to express themselves and celebrate their unique abilities in front of their peers. The supportive atmosphere created during the event encouraged everyone to cheer for each other, regardless of the outcome.
This event remains one of my fondest memories from my school days, highlighting the importance of celebrating diversity and fostering a supportive environment for personal growth and expression.
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