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IELTS Speaking Part 2 — Free Practice

IELTS Speaking Part 2 Cue Cards

Practice IELTS Speaking Part 2 with 61+ cue cards from the 2026 exam cycle. Each card has the full prompt, practice questions, a band 7–9 sample answer, vocabulary highlights, a built-in 1-minute prep timer, and Part 3 follow-up questions. Free — no account needed.

61 Cue Cards
28 Topics
1–2 min Speaking Time
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IELTS Speaking Cue Cards — Part 2 Topics with Sample Answers

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Travel Medium

Describe a long journey you took that you would like to repeat

where you went
why the journey was long
Hometown Medium

Describe a place you visited that had been affected by pollution

where the place was
when you visited it
Daily Routine Medium

Describe a time when you had to be extremely patient

when and where this happened
why you needed to be patient
Daily Routine Easy

Describe a time when you had to wait in a very long queue

what you were waiting for
where it happened
Animals & Pets Easy

Describe a wild animal that you would like to learn more about

what the animal is
where it lives
Family Easy

Describe a traditional celebration or festival in your country

what the celebration is
when it takes place
Reading Medium

Describe a book you have read more than once

what the book is
why you read it a second time
Friends Easy

Describe a time when you helped someone you did not know

who the person was
where and when it happened
Work or Study Medium

Describe a successful small business you know about

what the business is
who runs it
Work or Study Medium

Describe a person you know who enjoys working in a family business

who the person is
what kind of family business it is
Friends Medium

Describe a person you know who is very adventurous

who this person is
what adventurous things they do or have done
Films Easy

Describe an actor or actress you admire

who the person is
what films or shows they are known for
Art Easy

Describe an object that you think is beautiful

what the object is
where you first saw it or where it is now

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IELTS Speaking Part 2 — The Cue Card Task Explained

In IELTS Speaking Part 2 you receive a cue card with a topic and 3–4 bullet points. You have 1 minute to prepare notes, then speak for 1–2 minutes without interruption. Part 3 discussion questions follow immediately, exploring the same theme in more depth.

Describe a Person
Someone who influenced you, a friend, a public figure, or a family member you admire.
Describe a Place
A city, building, natural landmark, or place from your childhood you remember well.
Describe an Object
A gift, a piece of technology, something you own or something you would like to have.
Describe an Event or Experience
A celebration, achievement, journey, or a time you helped someone or learned something new.

How to Use IELTS Speaking Cue Cards for Part 2 Practice

In the real IELTS Speaking test, Part 2 lasts 3–4 minutes. You receive a cue card, get 1 minute to prepare notes, then speak for 1–2 minutes. The examiner may ask 1–2 follow-up questions at the end.

1
Read the card
Read the cue card prompt and all bullet points carefully.
2
Use the 1-min timer
Make brief notes — do not write full sentences.
3
Speak for 1–2 min
Cover all bullet points. Aim for at least 1 minute.
4
Answer Part 3
The follow-up questions test your ability to discuss abstract ideas.