Warm-up Questions:
As we continue to focus on Part 2 of the IELTS Speaking Test, we’re going to look at Part 2 cue cards which ask you to describe Objects, Items or Possessions.
In Part 2 of the IELTS Speaking test, the examiner will give you a cue card.
The cue cards are usually about 1 of 5 different topics:
Watch my example answer below. The Part 2 cue card for this answer is:
As you watch, think:
What word do I use before most verbs in my answer?
You can download the transcript to my answer here: DescribeATrip.doc
In my answer, I actually used ‘would‘ 11 times!
Why?
Because the modal verb ‘would’ describes a hypothetical action. ‘Would’ indicates that the things I want to do and see are only my wishes and dreams in the near future.
And because the Part 2 cue card was about a future trip, it’s the correct modal verb to use.
[Subj. + would + verb + [obj. / to verb]
Here’s another Part 2 cue card about a future dream or wish, and here’s a short extract of an answer using ‘would / could’.
“If I really wanted to learn Korean, I would go to Korea itself and attend an immersion program. I really think that’s the best and fastest way to learn a language because I would be surrounded by Koreans and forced to use my language every day. I think it would be a brilliant experience. Learning a language is the best way to really get to know a culture. I could understand the people better and maybe understand some of the music and the TV shows as well. I’m also a big fan of Korean food, so learning how to order the best meals on the menu would be an added bonus. So I’d like to pick up that language sometime in the future.”
*Bonus Combination*
In my Part 2 video answer about a future trip, I actually used a storytelling technique that featured in Week 10 of my newsletter: Signposting.
Here are the signpost phrases I used:
I used signposting because I was describing a linear experience (start to finish). When I combine signposting with ‘would’, I can create an easy-to-follow, clear and detailed plan for my future trip!
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Read these 2 levels of about ‘Travel’. Every level becomes more difficult but every level has the same meaning. The new words are highlighted, so if you don’t understand a word in Level 2, look back at Level 1 to find the easier synonym! This is a great way to learn new vocabulary!
Level 1: Basic Level 2: Advanced
IELTS Question #1: How can people benefit from travelling?
IELTS Question #2: Why do people need holidays?
You can find even more IELTS-appropriate vocabulary, collocations and phrases about Travelling here:
Fortunately, travelling and holidays are so popular, that the internet has thousands and thousands of articles about travelling and taking holidays. Here are some good ones filled with good IELTS-ready collocations and language.
Putting it all together:
Part 2 Questions about Future Dreams or Wishes:
Describe a trip that you plan to go on in the near future. You should say:
Describe a language you want to learn (but not English). You should say:
Describe a celebrity you would like to meet. You should say:
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