Scorify.uzThe cue card
Describe a piece of clothing that you like to wear.
You should say:
- what it is
- when and where you got it
- when you wear it
- and explain why you like it
Band 7 sample answer
A piece of clothing that I really like is my dark blue denim jacket. I bought it about three years ago in a small shop near my university, and it was on sale, which made it even better.
It is simple but stylish, with a soft fabric and a slightly loose fit. I wear it in autumn and spring, when it is not too cold, usually with jeans or a plain white T-shirt.
I like it because it goes with almost everything, and it is very comfortable, so I do not have to think about what to wear in the morning. It is also well made, so after three years it still looks almost new.
I also like it because it has some history. Once, on a trip to the mountains, it kept me warm when the weather suddenly changed, and a small tear on the sleeve reminds me of climbing a fence on that day. I decided not to repair it because it makes the jacket feel unique.
Another reason is emotional: I wore it on my first day at university, and many of my best memories with friends are connected with it. I plan to keep it for a long time.
About 203 words, roughly 2 minutes of natural speech.
Key vocabulary
- stylish — fashionable
- loose fit — not tight
- goes with everything — matches most clothes
- well made — of good quality
- on sale — sold at a reduced price
- practical — useful in real life
- sentimental — connected with feelings and memories
Tips for this cue card
- Describe fabric, colour and fit.
- Say when and where you wear it.
- Add a personal memory.
Part 3 follow-up questions
Why do people follow fashion?
Idea: To fit in, express themselves and feel confident.
Are clothes too cheap today?
Idea: Fast fashion is cheap but wasteful for the environment.
Should schools have uniforms?
Idea: They create equality and discipline, but limit self-expression.
More discussion questions with full answers: IELTS Speaking Part 3 topics.
Study guides
How Is IELTS Scored in Speaking and Writing? Criteria, Weighting and Rounding
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
The IELTS Speaking test is marked on four criteria. Here is what each one means at bands 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9, with short examples you can compare with your own answers.
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.