Scorify.uzThe cue card
Describe something you own which is very important to you.
You should say:
- what it is
- how long you have had it
- how you use it
- and explain why it is important to you
Band 7 sample answer
Something very important to me is an old wristwatch that my grandfather gave me when I turned eighteen. It is not valuable in terms of money, but it means a lot to me.
I have had it for about five years, and I wear it almost every day. It is a simple silver watch with a brown leather strap, and it stopped working once, so I took it to a repair shop to be fixed.
It is important to me because it reminds me of my grandfather. He used to tell me that the best use of time is spending it with people you love, and every time I look at the watch, I remember that advice.
Sometimes I wind the watch by hand, even though I could easily use my phone to check the time. The small ritual makes me pause for a moment during a busy day, and I often think about my grandfather's quiet habits and the way he never seemed in a hurry.
I think it also gives me a sense of responsibility about time. I try not to be late and not to waste my days, and I hope to give it to my own child one day.
About 203 words, roughly 2 minutes of natural speech.
Key vocabulary
- sentimental value — importance because of memories
- heirloom — an item passed down in a family
- cherish — treasure
- leather strap — a band made of leather
- reminder — something that helps you remember
- priceless — too valuable to have a price
- keepsake — an item kept as a memory
Tips for this cue card
- Explain the emotional value, not the price.
- Use present perfect for duration.
- Tell a short story linked to the object.
Part 3 follow-up questions
Why do people keep old things?
Idea: They hold memories and connect people with the past.
Are people today too materialistic?
Idea: Many value possessions highly, though experiences matter more to some.
Should we repair things instead of buying new ones?
Idea: Yes, it saves money and reduces waste.
More discussion questions with full answers: IELTS Speaking Part 3 topics.
Study guides
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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.