2021 IELTS Cue Card Sample Answer Describing a Prize

The speaker discusses their lack of luck with winning prizes, sharing a story from their youth about winning $50 in Las Vegas. They then recount a recent lucky event where their son won a prize in a soccer contest, receiving gift cards and a mask. The speaker emphasizes the importance of linking ideas naturally when speaking, using transition phrases effectively.

What was the only prize the speaker won during their teenage years?

• A state track meet medal

• A lottery ticket

• A $50 win from a slot machine

• A trip to Las Vegas

What was the main prize that the speaker's son won in the soccer league contest?

• A soccer ball

• A new soccer jersey

• A $50 gift card

• Two $25 gift cards and a mask

What did the speaker's son use the Target gift card for?

• Purchasing a new mask

• Buying a soccer ball

• Investing in Funkopops

• Getting a new video game

Why does the speaker emphasize the use of transition phrases in speech?

• To help link ideas naturally

• To make the speech longer

• To impress the audience

• To ensure perfect organization

According to the speaker, what is not expected when speaking naturally?

• Using transition phrases

• Being perfectly organized

• Linking ideas

• Speaking for more than two minutes