IELTS Speaking · Part 2 cue card · Events and occasions

Describe a community event you took part in.

You have one minute to make notes, then speak for one to two minutes. The examiner may ask one or two short questions when you finish.

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Part 3 questions that follow this card

Part 3 broadens the topic into a discussion of four to five minutes. Give a view, a reason and an example each time.

1. Why is it important for people to take part in community activities?
2. How can local events bring different people together?
3. Do young people volunteer enough?
4. Who should pay for community events, local government or residents?