IELTS Speaking Cue Card

Growing up, my mother always used to cook for the entire family every day. We all loved her cooking and never really thought of learning it. When I was in college, during summer break I went to visit my grandmother who lives in a village. If I could call my mother a chef, then my grandmother would be the head chef. No matter what she makes, they always taste delectable. 

While I was there, my grandma told me stories about her childhood and how she learned to cook from her mother. She does everything by hand without even using electronic grinders. This was all fascinating to me and I asked her if she could tell me how to do it. She did better than that; she taught me cooking for the two months I stayed with her. 

To be honest, I had never gone into the kitchen to make even an omelet for myself, and I was highly dependent on my mother for food. Anyway, my grandma managed to teach me how to make some basic curries and different kinds of rice. Furthermore, she gave me some valuable tips and quick to make recipes when I don’t have much time. I continued to practice at home after returning and when I moved out of my hometown after getting a job, this skill helped me survive. 

Although I was skeptical about my culinary skills initially, I feel great that I pulled through and eventually discovered my fervour for cooking. I think cooking is a life skill that everyone needs to learn as it is much needed to lead an independent life.

 

Vocabulary:

1. Delectable - very delicious
2. Fascinating - extremely interesting
3. Skeptical - doubtful
4. Fervour - passion

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Part 3 Follow Up - Questions & Answers

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1. What can children learn from their parents?

Children typically imitate their parents and learn by what they say. They can learn how to develop good behaviour, respect other people, be organized and get along with other kids. Besides, they can also learn many life lessons from their parents like developing a positive attitude and working hard to achieve things.

2. What knowledge can children learn from their grandparents?

Grandparents have many years of knowledge and wisdom that they want to share with their grandchildren. As a kid, I often sat with my grandparents for hours listening to their stories on how they used to live in their childhood and how things developed over the years. I have learned how to be humble and work hard from them and I think kids these days can also learn the same.

3. What kind of help do you think older people need?

Older people need help with some daily chores like cleaning and laundry. Besides, they need help while going out, learning how to use smartphones and with doctor visits. Having a good environment at home with helpful family members around them would make them feel cared for.

4. What skills can young people learn from older people?

Older people have seen so many ups and downs in their life gathering years of experience. There are many important life lessons that young people can learn from them. For instance, they can learn to work hard and be courageous to face problems in life in order to achieve their goals from the experiences of old people.