Scorify.uzThe cue card
Describe a successful person that you admire.
You should say:
- who this person is
- what they do
- how they became successful
- and explain why you admire them
Band 7 sample answer
A successful person I admire greatly is my uncle, who owns a small furniture factory in Namangan. He started with just two workers and a rented workshop about fifteen years ago, and today he employs more than sixty people.
His success came from hard work and attention to quality. He used to work from early morning until late at night, and he always listened to customers' feedback to improve his products. When a competitor copied his designs, he did not complain; instead, he created new ones and expanded to other cities.
I admire him because he remained humble and generous despite his success. He pays his workers fairly, supports local schools and always finds time for his family. He has shown me that real success is not only about money but also about treating others well and never giving up.
One story I particularly remember is that when floods damaged part of his workshop, he refused to dismiss anyone and paid every worker for the weeks while repairs were made. That decision cost him a lot, but it earned him loyalty that still makes his company strong today.
About 188 words, roughly 1 minutes of natural speech.
Key vocabulary
- self-made — successful through your own efforts
- humble — not proud
- hard-working — putting in a lot of effort
- expand — grow bigger
- generous — willing to give
- resilient — able to recover from difficulties
- give back to the community — help the place where you live
Tips for this cue card
- Explain how the person became successful with concrete examples.
- Use adjectives with evidence, not a list of qualities.
- Close with the lesson you learned.
Part 3 follow-up questions
What does success mean to different people?
Idea: For some it is wealth or career achievement; for others, happiness, health and family.
Is success more about luck or hard work?
Idea: Luck can open doors, but sustained effort and good decisions are more reliable.
Should successful people help others?
Idea: They have extra resources and influence, so sharing them through mentoring or charity benefits society.
More discussion questions with full answers: IELTS Speaking Part 3 topics.
Study guides
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The short answer first, then the Speaking and Writing criteria tables, how Task 1 and Task 2 combine and how the overall band is rounded.
IELTS Speaking Band Descriptors Explained in Plain English
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IELTS Speaking Part 2: How Many Minutes to Speak (With a Practice Timer)
How long Part 2 lasts (1 minute to prepare, 1–2 minutes to speak), a practice timer, a four-step structure and a model answer.