Speaking Cue Card: Place

Speaking Cue Card: Place

Describe a place you know that has a beautiful natural environment. You should say: Where it is located what it looks like when you first went there and explain why you find this place especially beautiful.

  1. Well, the place I'd like to talk about is... This is an opening phrase that can be used to introduce the topic of discussion. It is a useful transition phrase that signals to the examiner that the candidate is ready to start talking about the topic.

  2. And the reason why... This phrase is used to explain the motivation or rationale behind the candidate's choice of the particular place. It can help the candidate provide context and clarity to the listener, and demonstrate a deeper understanding of the topic.

  3. The first time I went there was when... This phrase can be used to provide a chronological timeline of the candidate's experience with the place. It can help to create a narrative structure to the talk and make it more engaging for the listener.

  4. What attracted me to this place was... This phrase can be used to highlight the specific aspects of the place that the candidate finds beautiful. It can help the candidate to articulate their feelings and emotions towards the place, and also provide evidence for why they consider it to be a beautiful natural environment.

By using these expressions to signal different parts of the talk, the candidate can organize their thoughts and ideas more effectively, which can help to improve the coherence and cohesion of their speaking.