Scorify.uzThe cue card
Describe a website that you often visit.
You should say:
- what the website is
- how often you visit it
- what you use it for
- and explain why you like it
Band 7 sample answer
A website I visit almost every day is YouTube. I started using it around the age of twelve for music videos, and now it has become an important part of my daily life.
I mainly use it to learn new things. For example, I watch lessons about English grammar, programming tutorials and talks by experts on subjects I am curious about. I also use it to relax by watching documentaries or listening to music while I study. I usually spend about an hour a day on it.
The reason I like it is that it is free, easy to use and offers content on practically any topic. The recommendation system helps me discover interesting videos I would never find myself. The only drawback is that it can be addictive, so I try to set a time limit to avoid wasting hours.
To give you a specific example, last month I wanted to learn how to edit photos, so I followed a tutorial series over a weekend. By Monday I had already improved several pictures for my university project, and my classmates asked me where I had learned how to do it.
About 191 words, roughly 1 minutes of natural speech.
Key vocabulary
- browse — look through content casually
- user-friendly — easy to use
- tutorial — a lesson showing how to do something
- recommendation — a suggestion
- addictive — hard to stop using
- a wealth of information — a large amount of information
- waste time — use time without benefit
Tips for this cue card
- Give specific examples of how you use the website.
- Mention both advantages and one drawback.
- Use frequency: “almost every day”, “for about an hour”.
Part 3 follow-up questions
How reliable is information on the internet?
Idea: It varies; users need to check sources and avoid believing everything they read.
Will the internet replace traditional libraries?
Idea: It will reduce their use, but libraries still offer quiet spaces, books and expert help.
Should children have limited access to the internet?
Idea: Yes, with age-appropriate content and time limits to protect them from harmful material.
More discussion questions with full answers: IELTS Speaking Part 3 topics.
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