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IELTS Speaking Part 2: IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card.

[The topic for your talk will be written on a card which the examiner will hand over to you. Read it carefully and then make some brief notes.]

Describe a competition you would like to take part in.

You should say:

• what kind of competition it is
• what would you require to do in this competition
• why this competition interests you

and explain how important it is for you to take part in this competition.

[Instruction: You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.]

[Examiner: All right? Remember you have one to two minutes for this, so don't worry if I stop you. I'll tell you when the time is up. Can you start speaking now, please?]

Model Answer 1:

Introduction:
Photography is one of my hobbies, and I love capturing different scenes and moments. Today, I would like to talk about a competition that I would love to participate in, which is a photography competition.

What kind of competition it is:
The photography competition that I am interested in is a national-level competition. It is an annual event that invites photographers from all over the country to showcase their talents and creativity. The competition is usually held in a large exhibition hall where all the photographs are displayed for the public to view and admire.

What would you require to do in this competition:
To participate in this competition, I would need to submit a series of my best photographs. The competition has different categories such as landscape, portrait, street, and wildlife photography. As a participant, I'd need to choose the category that best fits my photographs and submit my entries before the deadline. The photographs should be of high quality and meet the competition's criteria.

Why this competition interests you:
Photography has always been my passion, and participating in this competition would give me an opportunity to showcase my skills and creativity to a wider audience. It would also be a great opportunity for me to learn from other photographers and see their work. Winning this competition would be a great achievement for me, and it would also give me recognition in the photography community.

And explain how important it is for you to take part in this competition:
Taking part in this photography competition is very important to me as it would give me a chance to challenge myself and take my photography skills to the next level. I believe that participating in this competition would push me to think outside the box and experiment with different styles and techniques. Moreover, the feedback from the judges would help me identify my strengths and weaknesses, and work on improving my skills.

Model Answer 2:
Recently, I saw an advertisement, or a commercial rather, on a local television channel where one of the most prestigious universities in my country was inviting young people like me to take part in a short film and documentary-making competition. As soon as I saw that commercial, I thought that I would also take part in that competition and try to showcase some of my creative skills and talents, if any, at all.

Now, before I go any further into explaining what I would need to do to win this competition, or how important this competition really is for me, I should make it clear that I am not a professional film-maker, nor do I have any kind of exceptional film making skills or abilities. But, still, I just love the idea of making some kind of short films or documentaries because of their educational and informational values. In fact, I became so intrigued by watching some exceptionally well-made documentaries on television in the past that I even secretly made a couple of documentaries on some important social issues a couple of years ago, all by myself. Those two documentaries were highly praised by one of my senior cousins, who also happens to teach “visual art and film” courses at a university in my country.

Needless to say, it was from that time that I secretly held a wish that one day, I would also take part in a short film/documentary-making competition so that I would also be able to display my creativity. And all I would need to do for that is to prepare a very well-written script, and convey a concrete message in the end while also forcing the audience to ask questions.

Anyway, I guess that taking part in this competition and winning it is fairly important for me. It is not only because it would allow me to win a hefty prize and fetch some recognition, but, more importantly, also because it would help us create some kind of awareness of some important issues that are negatively affecting our societies as a whole.

Sample Answer 3:

Introduction:
First, I'd like to thank you for letting me talk about a competition in which I am interested to participate. I believe that competitions are a great way to test our skills and abilities, and participating in them can be a rewarding experience. One competition that I would like to take part in is a public speaking competition.

What type of competition it is:
Well, a public speaking competition is a contest where participants deliver a speech on a particular topic in front of an audience and a panel of judges. The speech is usually evaluated on factors such as content, delivery, and overall impact. 

What would you require to do in this competition:
I think that to take part in this competition, I would need to prepare a well-researched and well-structured speech on a topic that I am passionate about. I would need to work on my delivery, such as my tone, pace, and body language, to ensure that I engage the audience and convey my message effectively. I would also have to talk confidently to deliver my message to both the audience and the judges.

Why this competition interests you:
Public speaking is a valuable skill that can benefit us in many areas of our lives, from professional to personal. It can boost our confidence, improve our communication skills, and help us articulate our thoughts and ideas more clearly. So I believe, taking part in a public speaking competition would give me an opportunity to showcase my skills, receive feedback from experienced judges, and learn from other participants.

And explain how important it is for you to take part in this competition:
Participating in a public speaking competition is important to me because it can help me grow as a person and develop skills that are essential in both my personal and professional life. It would give me a chance to hone my skills of public speaking, improve my communication skills, and gain confidence in myself. Additionally, winning or placing in the competition would be a great accomplishment and would give me a sense of pride and achievement - I believe.

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