Category: cue cards

Question – Describe something you taught to your friend/relative.
You should say:
– What you taught him/her?
– When it was?
– How long it was for?
– And explain how you felt about it.

• My sister resides in the US.
• Last summer, she and her children visited us in India for the summer vacations.
• Both my niece and nephew, her children, display a keen interest in learning new things.
• One day, as they observed me playing chess online, they immediately expressed an interest in the game.
• They requested me to be their chess instructor.
• Considering their rare visits to India, I saw it as an excellent opportunity to spend quality time with them during their two-month stay.
• Starting with the basics, I explained the movements of each chess piece.
• Over time, I delved into more complex mechanics such as castling and en passant.
• Additionally, I purchased a membership for them on chess.com, enabling them to practice independently when I was occupied.
• The website features insightful puzzles that teach strategic thinking in challenging positions.
• They engaged in matches against computer bots and other players, recognizing that chess proficiency comes with practice against diverse opponents.
• Their rapid learning pace was evident, and by the end of two months, they had even defeated me a few times.
• Remarkably, I also picked up a few special moves from them.
• The overall experience was incredibly fulfilling.
• It marked the first time I had the opportunity to teach someone something, and I felt a sense of pride as they grasped the concepts and managed to beat me, making my role as a teacher a success despite my losses as a player.

Question – Describe a place where there was a lot of noise/ Describe a noisy place you have been to
You should say:
– When this happened?
– Where it was?
– Why there was a lot of noise
– Explain what you did when you heard the noise

• Noise pollution has inevitably become a part of our lives, and we must tolerate it, unable to escape its presence.
• I want to discuss a situation involving excessive noise during a religious function, a jagrata or jagran, held last Sunday in my neighborhood.
• During such functions, people engage in continuous hymns and chants praising Gods and Goddesses throughout the night.
• The function commenced at 8 PM and extended until 5 AM, surpassing the legal restriction on loudspeakers after 10 PM, often overlooked in the name of religion.
• Unfortunately, some individuals fail to recognize the impact of excessive noise on others who may be suffering.
• Personally, I endured a sleepless night despite closing all windows and using earplugs, and I suspect many others faced similar challenges.
• While I hold no opposition to religious events, I strongly advocate for stricter enforcement of laws against loudspeakers after 10 PM, and I believe limitations should also extend to pressure horns.
• Noise pollution significantly affects mental and physical health, leading to issues such as hearing impairment, fatigue, heart problems, insomnia, anxiety, depression, and reduced work efficiency.
• Drawing from the example of my uncle from Canada, where unnecessary horn usage is minimal, I hope we realize the detrimental impact of noise pollution and collectively work towards reducing it in our lives.

Question – Describe a piece of good news you heard from others
You should say:
– What it was
– When you received this new
– How you received this news
– Why you feel it was a good news

• In our day-to-day lives, we often hear news, both positive and negative, from various sources.
• I’d like to discuss news I learned from my neighbors about the upcoming opening of an international-level sports stadium in my hometown.

• Around six months ago, while strolling in a nearby park, I encountered neighbors engaged in a discussion about this stadium.
• They shared that the current sports facilities in our hometown are subpar, leading many young people to seek training in Jalandhar and Phillaur.
• The prospect of a local stadium could encourage more youngsters to actively pursue sports.
• This news is particularly positive given the sedentary lifestyles prevalent in our community.
• Obesity, especially among young children, has become a common concern, and there’s an alarming trend towards substance abuse among the youth.
• An NGO, led by NRIs from our hometown, generously donated two acres of land for this stadium project.
• Our local MLA, taking an active role, secured approval and is actively fundraising for the initiative.
• The construction has already commenced, with plans for an underground parking facility accommodating 500 cars.
• The stadium, designed with a seating capacity of 5000, will include covered seating areas, changing rooms for athletes, and public washrooms.
• Essential amenities such as drinking water facilities at regular intervals will be provided.
• Surveillance cameras will be strategically placed to deter anti-social activities, promoting a safer environment.
• The stadium will incorporate solar-powered lights, ensuring well-lit conditions for 24/7 sports activities, even during nighttime.

Question – Describe a website which helped you to do something / website you visit often/ use regularly
You should say:
– Which site is it?
– How did you know about it
– How it helped
– Wy do you visit it often

• I frequently browse the internet, checking various websites on a daily basis.
• Many websites offer assistance in various tasks.
• I want to highlight a website where you can find videos guiding you through almost any activity: youtube.com.
• When faced with a new task, I search for a video on this site, and there are numerous options to choose from.
• A friend once sent me a 3D origami video, and I was impressed by the clear instructions.
• Youtube has proven to be a valuable resource in many situations.
• I’ve completed several school assignments by using instructional videos from youtube.
• If I find a youtube channel I like, I subscribe to receive updates via email.
• Recently, I successfully baked an eggless chocolate cake by following a youtube video.
• Gathering ingredients such as self-raising flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, condensed milk, and vanilla extract, I achieved a perfect result.
• Once, when my mother was not at home, I cooked rice by watching a video, and it turned out perfectly.
• Video instructions, in my experience, are more effective than oral or written guidance.
• Thus, youtube has been the go-to website for me, offering valuable assistance on numerous occasions.

Question – Describe a person who inspired you to do something interesting.
You should say:
– Who is this person
– What they inspired you to do
– How they inspired you
– How you feel

• Priya, my cousin’s wife, sparked my interest in something exciting.
• A few years ago, my cousin and Priya relocated to Ludhiana, approximately 40 minutes from my hometown.
• Priya, a computer engineer, works at a software company.
• During a visit, Priya mentioned her venture into learning Indian classical dance.
• Witnessing her dance prowess at various family gatherings, I recognized her talent.
• Despite the demanding nature of Indian classical dance, Priya seized an opportunity upon noticing an ad for a new dance academy near her office during her commute.
• Enrolling in Bharatnatyam classes for nearly six months, she excelled and was even hired to teach children on weekends.
• Driven by her passion, Priya aspired to establish her own dance studio.
• Her dedication, despite her full-time job, served as a true inspiration.
• During our conversation, I expressed my long-standing desire to learn guitar, which I felt I missed due to academic commitments in my youth.
• Encouraged by Priya’s reassurance that age is no barrier, I embarked on my guitar-learning journey.
• Motivated by her words, I purchased a guitar and explored online resources and teachers.
• After mastering basics through YouTube tutorials, I sought in-person lessons with a local guitar teacher.
• Under his guidance, I honed my skills and progressed to playing complex music.
• Witnessing my progress, I eventually began performing for family and friends.
• Playing the guitar has now evolved into a cherished hobby, offering relaxation and stress relief.
• I am grateful to Priya for igniting my passion and encouraging me to pursue it.

Question – Describe an advertisement that you don’t like
You should say:
– When did you see it?
– What is it about?
– Where you saw it/how you came to know about it?
– Why you didn’t like it

• I typically avoid watching numerous advertisements as I consider them time-wasting, but there’s one particular ad that truly annoys me whenever it airs.
• This 45-second commercial promotes a toilet cleaner, featuring a TV show host visiting different households to inquire about their toilet cleanliness.
• Despite homeowners claiming cleanliness, the host insists on inspecting, revealing dirty toilet seats with yellow or dark brown stains.
• The host then applies the recommended blue toilet cleaner, transforming the toilets into a sparkling, brand-new appearance.
• Two main reasons contribute to my dislike of this advertisement—the unpleasant display of dirty toilet seats and its poorly-timed airing during meals, making it hard for me to enjoy my food.
• The ad’s tendency to appear on YouTube prompts me to consistently skip it, fostering a desire for a viewing method allowing users to choose preferred ad types.

Question – Describe a time when you were late
You should say:
– When it was
– why you were late
– how you felt about being late

• I prioritize punctuality, a trait instilled in me by my disciplined and strict father.
• He emphasized that being punctual demonstrates dependability, leading me to arrive at appointments at least 10 minutes early.
• Despite my efforts, I experienced an exception when I was late to my best friend Ajay’s wedding last year.
• Ajay, the first among my friends to get married, had a grand ceremony with multiple functions, including a sangeet ceremony the night before.
• On the wedding day, heading to the Gurudwara 15kms away, my reliance on the cell phone’s map app led me astray.
• Misdirected to a different address due to the Gurudwara’s new location, I sought directions, realizing I had taken the wrong route.
• Annoyed with myself, I asked a friend at the wedding to share his location to avoid getting lost again.
• When I arrived, the ceremony was already underway, and Ajay playfully teases me to this day about my rare tardiness at his wedding.

Question – Describe a person you would like to study or work with
You should say:
– Who is that person?
– Why would you like to study with him/her?
– What will you study?

• Typically, I prefer studying alone due to the challenges I face when studying with someone else.
• However, there are occasions when I lack motivation to study or find certain subjects, like history, monotonous alone.
• In such cases, I appreciate studying with a partner, and Yash, a former classmate from 10th standard, stands out as an excellent study companion according to my friends.
• Yash possesses unique qualities, including a strong grasping power, patience in explaining concepts, and expertise in mnemonics—a skill I find particularly helpful for memorizing facts and figures.
• In school, he crafted a mnemonic for the first twenty elements of the periodic table, which became widely popular and contributed to the ease of understanding chemistry in our class.
• Yash’s willingness to share his knowledge is another reason I aspire to study with him, as he believes in the reciprocal nature of knowledge-sharing.
• Currently pursuing a master’s in economics in Canada at the same college I’m interested in attending, I hope to meet Yash there and have the opportunity to study together.

Question – Describe an actor or actress whom you admire.
You should say:
– Who he/she she is.
– What he/she looks like.
– What kind of movies he/she appears in
– And explain why you admire this actor/actress.

• Watching movies and TV series is a passion of mine, and I greatly appreciate actors who convincingly embody their characters, like Pankaj Tripathi.
• Pankaj Tripathi’s impressive acting stands out in roles where he seamlessly becomes the character, as seen in the movie “Kaagaz,” where he portrays a wedding bandmaster authentically.
• In the lead role of “Sherdil” and as a lawyer in the crime TV series “Criminal Justice,” available on Hotstar, Tripathi delivers stellar performances, showcasing his versatile acting skills.
• His portrayal of a Mafia don in the Amazon Prime series “Mirzapur” further demonstrates his acting prowess.
• Tripathi, tall and fair, gained recognition after his negative role in “Gangs of Wasseypur,” propelling him into the limelight.
• Despite humble beginnings, he persevered, arriving in Mumbai in 2004, with his breakthrough role in 2012.
• Tripathi’s diverse roles in both movies and TV series have captivated audiences, making any movie, even with a minor role, compelling to watch till the end.
• With numerous hits and even appearances in Tamil films, Pankaj Tripathi has carved a significant place for himself in Bollywood, deserving all the success he has achieved.

Question – Describe a place you visited where the air was polluted.
You should say:
– Where the place is
– When you visited.
– Why the air was not good.
– And explain how you felt about the place

• Pollution has become ubiquitous, making it challenging to find places with clean air.
• I want to discuss the extreme air pollution I encountered during my visit to New Delhi last year with my parents.
• Traveling by train and later hiring a three-wheeler, we felt a burning sensation in our eyes and noticed watering, realizing the stark contrast to the less polluted air in our small town in Punjab.
• Observing the locals seemingly accustomed to the pollution, I found relief after washing my face at my relatives’ house.
• My uncle explained that Delhi’s unplanned development, with industrial units scattered across residential and commercial areas, contributes to its status as one of India’s most polluted cities.
• Additionally, Delhi’s landlocked geography, hindered by the Himalayas, traps polluted air.
• Stubble burning in Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan exacerbates the issue, creating a thick smog blanket over Delhi during winter months.
• The severe health impact of air pollution includes a higher prevalence of chronic bronchitis.
• Despite my temporary visit, I empathize with my relatives who permanently reside in Delhi, facing the ongoing challenges of its polluted environment.