IELTS Cue Cards (2026 Edition)

Free PDF: 100 IELTS Speaking Part 2 cue card topics with full Band 7+ sample answers and Part 3 follow-up questions.

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What You'll Get

100 Cue Card Topics

20 topics per category (People, Places, Objects, Events, Experiences), updated for 2025-2026

Full Band 7+ Sample Answers

A complete two-minute long-turn sample answer for every single cue card

Part 3 Follow-Up Questions

Three discussion questions per topic to help you prepare for the Part 3 interview

Band 7+ Vocabulary Bank

Phrases for describing people and places, expressing opinions, contrasting ideas, and describing change

Who This Is For

IELTS Speaking Candidates

Candidates aiming for Band 7+ who want a full bank of Part 2 cue cards to rehearse with

Self-Learners

Learners practicing alone who need realistic prompts and model answers to compare against

Teachers & Exam Prep Centres

Instructors who need a ready-made set of cue cards and follow-up questions for speaking classes

How to Use This Book

  1. 1

    Prepare for one minute

    Read the cue card prompt and spend exactly one minute preparing your answer before reading the sample.

  2. 2

    Record yourself for two minutes

    Speak for two minutes on the topic, then compare your response to the Band 7+ sample answer.

  3. 3

    Collect vocabulary and phrases

    Note the vocabulary and phrases used in each sample answer and incorporate them into your own speaking.

  4. 4

    Practice the Part 3 follow-ups

    Use the follow-up discussion questions after each card to rehearse Part 3 responses.

  5. 5

    Revisit until it feels natural

    Return to each topic multiple times until you can speak confidently for two minutes without notes.

What's Inside

People

Cards 1-20

Friends, family, teachers, public figures, and people who have influenced you

Places

Cards 21-40

Cities, buildings, parks, study spaces, and memorable locations

Objects

Cards 41-60

Gifts, books, technology, household items, and personal possessions

Events

Cards 61-80

Celebrations, sports events, family gatherings, and memorable occasions

Experiences

Cards 81-100

Challenges, firsts, lessons learned, and moments that mattered

Bonus Sections

IELTS Speaking band descriptors, Part 2 strategy notes, a Band 7+ vocabulary bank, and final study tips

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is this IELTS Cue Cards PDF free?

Yes, it is completely free to download. No signup required.

How many cue card topics are included?

The PDF includes 100 IELTS Speaking Part 2 cue card topics organized into 5 categories: People, Places, Objects, Events, and Experiences.

Does it include sample answers?

Yes, every cue card comes with a full Band 7+ sample answer written for a two-minute long turn, plus Part 3 follow-up discussion questions.

Is this for IELTS Academic or General Training?

The Speaking test is identical for both versions of IELTS, so these cue cards and sample answers apply to Academic and General Training candidates alike.

How should I study with this book?

Prepare for one minute, then speak for two minutes on each topic before reading the sample answer. Compare your response, note useful vocabulary, then practice the Part 3 follow-up questions.

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