[SEP – DEC 2021] Describe a person (you know) who (you think) has an important job

IELTS Speaking Part 2: Describe a person (you know) who (you think) has an important job IELTS Cue Card

You should say:

• who this person is
• how you know this person
• where he or she (they) works
• what work he or she does
• and explain why (you think) his or her work is important.

Band 8 Sample Answer

(who this person is) (how you know this person) I think every employed person contributes to society in some manner. Soldiers in the army sacrifice their lives for the country. Social workers strive to improve the living conditions of poor people. But there are unknown angels who help in creating a better society. It may not be explicit but they are key factors for the development of the nation. One such person is Mr. Raj who is a friend of my Dad and is practising as a lawyer in the High court.

(where he or she (they) works) (what work he or she does) He is one of the busiest civil lawyers in the city. He had settled hundreds of property disputes in an amicable manner both within and outside the court. One sunday, I visited him with my Dad. His office was bustling with activity and I could see he was dealing with various clients. While I was waiting, I saw an old couple sitting with some documents. They seemed worried. On further inquiry I learnt that they were claiming their share of ancestral property to perform their daughter’s marriage. Soon after their appointment, they left the place. When we went in, the lawyer spoke hilariously on various topics and I asked him about the old couple. The answer he gave me was surprising. He told me that he could have exploited the old couple, by charging high fees because they were ready to pledge their jewels. But the case would go on for at least 6 years and their side was very weak. So he had arranged for a meeting with their brother who claimed a lion share of the property, to settle the dispute out of court.

(and explain why (you think) his or her work is important) Only few lawyers go this extra mile and remain considerate of their clients. This might seem small but it is not. Honesty in small things is not a small thing. He also told me that he was not interested in cheating them into believing that they can win the case. I thought it deserved appreciation. The lawyer did not use this opportunity tactfully and robbed money out of the poor couple. These small acts of kindness do help the society. I could imagine the millions of lives that were saved from his honest advice. So I feel he is indeed doing a great service to society.

Vocabulary for IELTS Speaking Part 2

Unknown angel (word) – is someone who might be helpful to us without us being aware of them.

Eg: Sita was an unknown angel who saved many cows from slaughter.

dispute ( noun ) – a disagreement or argument.

Eg: There was dispute between the two states regarding the sharing of water resources.

amicable (adj ) – characterized by friendliness and absence of discord.

Eg: Ram made way for an amicable solution regarding the local feud.

pledge (verb) – a deposit of personal property as security for a debt

Eg: He pledged his jewels to the pawnbroker

Lion share (idiom) – to the major share of something.

Eg: Sita received a lion share from her father’s property.

IELTS Speaking Part 3 (Discussion)

Do you think some jobs (or, types of work) are more important than others?

(Give a direct answer to the question) (Explain your reason or reasons) I don’t think so. Each job has its importance. (Give an example) For example, people accuse software professionals of not contributing to their homeland. But by their hard work and intelligence, they create a positive impression regarding their nation, thereby creating employment opportunities in their home country. Similarly, farmers work hard to make the government achieve self sustenance in food. Certain jobs manifest their importance openly. Others work behind the scenes.

Do you think people should receive the same salary, no matter what job they are doing?

(Give a direct answer to the question) (Explain your reason or reasons) I don’t think so. It depends on the level of mental and physical exertion required. Also, it depends on the percentile contribution of the job to the welfare of the nation. (Give an example) For example, teachers, nurses, doctors, police officers should be paid well because they are essential services and are the backbone of the country.

How do young people choose their career in your country?

(Give a direct answer to the question) (Explain your reason or reasons) Nowadays, young people are bombarded with information. They usually become a member of the groups and forums available on the internet where active discussions are held on career prospects. Also, they become part of alumni networks where they take advice from their seniors. Additionally, Universities also have career counselling programs which help them decide on a career path. A significant majority of them opt for a career in Information Technology, and a few of them pursue careers in upcoming technologies.

Do you think that everyone ends up doing the job (career) that they want to do? (Why not?)
(Give a direct answer to the question) (Explain your reason or reasons) Peer group influence plays a significant role in decision making. The truth is that many people keep their passion aside and follow what others are doing. This tendency has gathered strength largely because no one wants to be the odd man out or lag, taking risks. (Give an example) For example, a student studying in a reputed university may be interested in arts, but when all his friends settle for a job in well-paid firms, he will not dare to pursue a course in arts. People don’t worry too much about sacrificing their passions.

Do young men and young women usually want to do the same kind of work?
(Give a direct answer to the question) (Explain your reason or reasons) Yes. Gone are the days when certain jobs were preferred only by men. Gender differences have almost vanished. Women work night shifts, take up jobs in lathes and machines, drive cars, buses and aero-planes, travel in spacecrafts. Women are equally or sometimes more competitive in the workplace.

Vocabulary for IELTS Speaking Part 3 

Accuse (verb) – claim that (someone) has done something wrong.

Eg: Her husband was accused for being frugal

Self sustenance ( noun ) – the ability to continue in a healthy state without outside assistance.

Eg: Self sustenance is the goal of every nation

bombarded (adj ) – subject (someone) to a continuous flow of questions, criticisms, or information.

Eg: The lead was bombarded with customer complaints.

Peer group (noun) – a group of people of approximately the same age, status, and interests.

Eg: Peer group influence is positive in most cases.

Lag (verb) – fail to keep up with another or others in movement or development.

Eg: The manager asked him to find out the reason for the lag.