IELTS Cue Card Sample Question  – Describe Your Favorite Teacher

Sample Response 1:

“Mr. Andrew Peters was a teacher at my primary school when I first met him. He was my mentor, and with his direct assistance and advice, I was able to overcome many of my life’s obstacles, both academic and personal. As a result, I am quite grateful to him and have been highly inspired by his teaching methods. 

He was a fantastic teacher who used to educate in unique ways. In the classroom, he rarely used books or other teaching tools. He also had some additional tricks up his sleeve to impress the students. He helped his students with various issues and guided them as if they were his own children. The other most essential aspect about him is that he used to communicate with the children’s parents. He kept the parents up to date on the newest information concerning their children on a regular basis. As a result, he became well-liked in the parent community.

This person has had a significant impact on me and my schooling. He was honest with all of his students and never favored any of them. It was his affection for all the students as if they were his own that drew me in. Whenever I shared with him a problem, he helped me find a solution. That’s why he will always be my favorite teacher.” 

Follow-up Question 1: 

Do you think teachers are well-compensated in your country? 

Response:

“To be honest, no, I don’t think so. In fact, it is one of the reasons why a lot of teachers in our country choose to work in other countries instead. I think the government should spend more in the education sector and one way of doing that is by raising the salary of teachers and providing them with more incentives.” 

Follow-up Question 2: 

How do you think education has evolved over the last few decades? 

Response:

”I think the education system has evolved drastically in the last few decades. I feel like three or four decades ago. You needed to go to school to finish a degree. But nowadays, you can obtain a degree without having the need to be physically present in school. Another significant difference is that today, more and more students are taking technology courses.” 

Sample Response 2: 

“I consider myself extremely lucky to have had the opportunity to be taught and directed by several outstanding teachers during my academic career. Among them, I’d like to mention Ms. Lynda, who has been an exceptional instructor, a fantastic mentor, and had a huge effect on my studies.

Ms. Lynda was our math teacher. We initially assumed that he would be a difficult teacher who required us to be extremely courteous in her presence. We received this impression primarily because of her solemn expression and neatly dressed appearance. But we quickly discovered that she was a very pleasant person and that we didn’t have to be “particularly polite” with her. She had a distinct teaching style and could effectively explain complicated concepts. As a result, everything we learned from her was intriguing, and we recall the majority of the arithmetic theories and procedures she taught us.

I’d say she had a significant impact on my schooling since she helped me establish a solid foundation in mathematics. In college, I majored in science, and mathematics was the most significant subject at that level. I’ve always been brilliant at arithmetic, thanks in large part to Ms. Lynda, who played a significant role in making the subject fascinating to me.”  

Follow-up Question 1:

Do you think it’s important to like their teachers?

Response:

” I think that it’s not necessary; as long as students respect their teachers, it’s enough. As long as they believe that their teachers are capable and have enough knowledge of what they are teaching, it’s good enough. But of course, it would help if they like their teacher so they wouldn’t be forced to learn.” 

Follow-up Question 2:

In your opinion, should teachers be strict with their students? 

Response: 

“I think it depends. There are times when teachers should be firm with their students while there are also times when they should cut them some slack. For example, when setting deadlines on homework and projects, teachers should be strict. However, if a student’s reason for being late is valid, it is okay. The student, however, must not do this as a habit.”