Makkar Speaking September to December 2024
Written By: Kiranpreet Kaur Makkar
Contributions: Deepa Makkar, Indroop Makkar, Ravpreet Singh
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
This PDF book contains only makkar IELTS Speaking Guesswork (Part 1, 2 and 3) for Sep-Dec 2024 IELTS Speaking Exams. This book helps the students who want to achieve 7+ bands in the IELTS exam and also boosts their confidence level.
The IELTS Speaking test is a crucial component of the IELTS exam, assessing your ability to communicate effectively in English. For those preparing for the test, the latest edition of the Makkar Speaking Cue Cards for September to December 2024 provides a valuable resource to hone your speaking skills. Authored by Dr. Kiran Makkar, with contributions from Deepa Makkar, Indroop Makkar, and Ravpreet Singh, this guide offers a comprehensive collection of cue cards designed to help candidates excel in the speaking section.
The Makkar Speaking Cue Cards for the upcoming period are meticulously crafted to reflect the latest trends and patterns observed in IELTS speaking tests. This first version aims to provide students with a diverse range of topics that are likely to appear in the exam. Each cue card includes a specific topic and prompts that guide you on what to discuss, ensuring you cover all relevant aspects of the topic.
Key Features
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Diverse Topics: The cue cards cover a wide range of subjects, from personal experiences and achievements to future aspirations and opinions on various issues. This diversity helps students prepare for different types of questions and scenarios that may arise during the exam.
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Updated Content: The cards are designed to reflect the most current trends and expectations in IELTS speaking tests. This ensures that students are practicing with material that closely resembles what they will encounter in the actual exam.
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Guided Prompts: Each cue card includes prompts that guide students on what to talk about. These prompts are designed to help you structure your answers and ensure you cover all necessary points.
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Practical Advice: In addition to the cue cards, the guide provides practical advice on how to approach the speaking test. This includes tips on how to avoid common pitfalls and how to effectively communicate your ideas.
Preparation Tips
To make the most of the Makkar Speaking Cue Cards, consider the following preparation tips:
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Avoid Memorized Answers: It’s crucial to avoid memorized answers during the exam. Memorized responses may lead to lower band scores as they can appear unnatural and rigid. Instead, focus on developing a natural speaking style and practicing answering questions in your own words.
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Practice Regularly: Regular practice using the cue cards will help you become more comfortable with speaking on various topics. Try to simulate exam conditions by timing yourself and speaking on each topic for the allotted duration.
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Seek Feedback: Practice speaking with a study partner or a tutor who can provide constructive feedback. This will help you identify areas for improvement and work on your weaknesses.
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Stay Updated: Keep an eye on any updates or additional resources provided by Dr. Kiran Makkar and her team. They may release further versions or supplementary materials that can enhance your preparation.
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Makkar IELTS Speaking September to December 2024 First Version Cue Card Topics
1. Describe a person you know who has chosen a career in the medical field (e.g. a doctor, a nurse)
2. Describe a person who likes to read a lot
3. Describe a time when you lost an important and valuable item
4. Describe a time when you answered a phone call from someone you didn’t know in a public place
5. Describe your favourite food at a traditional festival or a special event in your country
6. Describe a party that you enjoyed
7. Describe a movie you watched recently
8. Describe an occasion when you helped a family member/relative with something
9. Describe a person who likes to make things by hand (e.g. toys, furniture)
10. Describe a time that you showed something new to others
11. Describe an online video in which you learned something new
12. Describe a person who has strong opinions
13. Describe a prize you have received recently (e.g. money, something valuable, a medal)
14. Describe a crowded place you have visited
15. Describe a challenge you faced that you thought was rather difficult
16. Describe an ideal and perfect place where you would like to stay (e.g. a house, an apartment)
17. Describe an old friend you had lost touch with and got in contact with again
18. Describe something you did in your study/work that has made you feel confident
19. Describe a new development in your country or the area where you live (like shopping centre, park etcetera)
20. Describe something you did that made you feel proud
21. Describe a picture/photograph of you that you like
22. Describe something that you did with someone/a group of people
23. Describe someone (a famous person) that is a role model for young people
24. Describe a subject that you would like to learn in the future
25. Describe a natural place (e.g. parks, mountains)
26. Describe a risk you took that you thought would lead to a terrible result but ended up with a positive result
27. Describe someone you know who made a good decision recently
28. Describe a place where you have taken photos more than once
29. Describe a tourist attraction that very few people visit but you think is interesting
30. Describe a person who encouraged you to achieve your goal
31. Describe an interesting place you have been to with a friend
32. Describe a sport that you only have watched before but have not played yourself
33. Describe a new law you would like to introduce in your country
34. Describe a special meal that someone made for you
35. Describe a place you have been to where things are expensive
36. Describe an indoor or outdoor place where it is easy for you to study
37. Describe a person who thinks music is important and enjoys music
38. Describe an important plant in your country
39. Describe a person who likes to buy goods with low prices
40. Describe a place (city/town) that is good for people to live in
41. Describe a time you taught something new to a younger person
42. Describe an enjoyable journey by public transport
43. Describe something you own that you want to replace
44. Describe a time when you received money as a gift
45. Describe a person who you are happy to know
46. Describe a piece of good news that you heard about someone you know well
47. Describe a film character played by an actor or actress whom you admire
48. Describe a complaint that you made, and you were satisfied with the result
49. Describe an activity you enjoyed in your free time when you were young
50. Describe something you would like to learn in the future
51. Describe a public facility (for example, a museum or a library) that has been renovated and improved recently
52. Describe a daily routine that you enjoy
53. Describe a place you visited where the air was polluted
54. Describe a historical building you have been to
55. Describe a person you met at a party and enjoyed a conversation with
56. Describe your favourite place in your house where you can relax
57. Describe a time when you missed or were late for an important meeting/event
58. Describe an occasion you wore your favourite clothes
59. Describe a person you know who likes to talk a lot
60. Describe a place where you would like to go to relax (FUTURE TENSE)
61. Describe a long-term goal you would like to achieve
62. Describe a uniform you wear (at your school or company) or you wore at school
63. Describe a sportsperson/athlete that you admire
64. Describe a film you watched or describe a film that impressed you a lot
65. Describe a park or a garden in your city
66. Describe a beautiful city
67. Describe a difficult task that you completed at work/study that you felt proud of
68. Describe a time that something changed your life in good ways
69. Describe an interesting person that you have not met in person and would like to know more about
70. Describe a foreigner who speaks your native language (Hindi) very well
71. Describe a person who always has interesting ideas or opinions
72. Describe a successful businessperson you know
73. Describe an area of science (biology, robotics, etc.) that you are interested in and would like to learn more about
74. Describe a person you would like to study or work with
75. Describe a time when you were late
76. Describe an advertisement that you don’t like
77. Describe a person who inspired you to do something interesting
78. Describe a website which helped you to do something / website you visit often/use regularly
79. Describe a piece of good news you heard from others
80. Describe a place where there was a lot of noise / Describe a noisy place you have been to
81. Describe something you taught to your friend/relative
82. Describe your experience when you changed your school/college or describe an experience about moving to a new school or house/describe your first day at school
83. Describe a place/country in which you would like to live/work for a short period of time
84. Talk about an interesting old person you met recently
85. Describe a piece of technology that you find difficult to use
86. Describe a historical period you would like to know more about
87. Describe an unusual meal that you had
88. Describe an achievement/success you are proud of
89. Talk about a thing you complained about (but finally got a good result)
90. Describe when someone gave you something you really wanted / a gift you received
91. Describe a development in your country like a shopping centre, park etcetera
The Makkar Speaking Cue Cards September to December 2024 by Dr. Kiran Makkar and her team offer a valuable resource for IELTS candidates. By using these cue cards, practicing regularly, and following the practical advice provided, you can improve your speaking skills and increase your chances of achieving a high band score. Remember, the key to success in the IELTS speaking test is to speak naturally and confidently, and these cue cards are designed to help you do just that.
Good luck with your preparation!
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