Part 2 Cue Card
Describe a new law you would like to introduce in your country
You should say:
- What law it is
- What changes this law brings
- Whether this new law will be popular
- How you came up with the new law
- How you feel about this new law
You will have one to two minutes to talk about this topic.
Part 3 Discussion Questions
- What rules should students follow at school?
- Do people in your country usually obey the law?
- What kinds of behavior are considered as good behavior?
- Do you think children can learn about the law outside of school?
- What are the benefits for people to obey rules?
- How can parents teach children to obey rules?
See the topic before you speak
Use the images as idea prompts. Describe what you notice, connect it to your experience, then answer the real question.
Model answers, heard side by side
Start with the simpler answer, switch bands to hear how the same task can be developed, then record a personal response. These are teaching examples, not official answers or score guarantees.
Part 2 — Model Answer
Part 2 cue-card response
I'd introduce a law called the 'right to disconnect'. It would stop employers asking staff to reply to work messages outside work hours. The change would give people better time with family and less stress. I think most workers would like it, though some bosses might not. I thought of it because I often get emails late and it feels like you never finish work. I feel it's fair and would help people's mental health, but it would need clear rules so employers can't ignore it.
One law I would introduce is a statutory 'right to disconnect' that prevents employers from expecting employees to deal with non-urgent work communications outside their contracted hours. The law would require employers to set clear off-hours, refrain from sending routine emails or messages at night, and put emergency protocols in place so urgent matters can still be handled. This would bring real changes: better work–life balance, lower stress and clearer boundaries between home and work, and it would force firms to rethink rostering and communication practices. I suspect it would be popular among staff, particularly parents and carers, though some managers and small businesses might resist because they worry about losing flexibility. I arrived at the idea after years of getting late-night emails and seeing colleagues burn out; for instance, a friend missed her child's recital because she had to answer messages. I feel strongly that it would improve mental health and family life, and that clear legal rights would create fairer expectations. For example, France already has rules like this, and introducing penalties or an inspection regime would make the law meaningful rather than symbolic; employers might even be required to log communications to show compliance, which would be intrusive but increase accountability.
Part 3 — Model Answers
What rules should students follow at school?
Students should follow basic rules like being on time, listening to teachers, doing homework and being polite to others. Schools often ask pupils to wear a uniform and not use phones in class. These rules help lessons run smoothly and keep everyone safe.
Schools should have clear, reasonable rules that encourage responsibility as well as respect: punctuality, attentiveness, honest work and consideration for others. Practical measures like banning phones during lessons, having a fair behaviour policy and teaching students how to resolve conflicts are useful. For example, a simple rule about lining up calmly prevents accidents at the dining hall and teaches order.
Do people in your country usually obey the law?
People in my country mostly obey the law, especially obvious things like traffic lights and paying taxes. But some people break rules if they think they won't get caught, such as parking illegally or speeding. It often depends on the person and the situation.
Overall people tend to obey laws that are visible and well‑enforced, like traffic regulations, but there is a grey area where social norms matter more than formal rules. Compliance varies with trust in institutions, the chance of being caught and cultural attitudes; for instance, minor offences such as littering or jaywalking are common if enforcement is lax. Effective policing and fair penalties usually increase obedience.
What kinds of behavior are considered as good behavior?
Good behaviour includes being polite, helping others, telling the truth and following rules. People also think giving up a seat for an older person or saying sorry are good actions. These things make society nicer.
Good behaviour covers respect, empathy and reliability: listening to others, keeping promises, showing courtesy in public and helping those in need. Small acts like giving up a bus seat, queuing properly or volunteering locally signal civic-minded behaviour. Such actions build trust and make daily life smoother for everyone.
Do you think children can learn about the law outside of school?
Yes. Children learn about rules from parents, TV and friends. They copy behaviour they see at home, and neighbours or community events can teach them about right and wrong too.
Definitely. Children absorb a lot outside school: parents, family routines and community groups are powerful teachers. Practical experiences — such as participating in local councils for young people, mock trials or community service — help them understand laws and consequences. Media and age-appropriate online resources can also explain rights and responsibilities in a relatable way.
What are the benefits for people to obey rules?
If people obey rules, life is safer and fairer. There are fewer accidents and less arguing. It also helps everyone know what to expect, so things run smoothly.
Obeying rules brings predictability and trust, which underpin social and economic life: roads are safer, public services work better and transactions require less policing. It also reduces costs associated with crime and conflict, and fosters a sense of fairness. For example, reliable adherence to traffic laws significantly cuts accidents and emergency costs.
How can parents teach children to obey rules?
Parents can teach rules by setting a good example, telling children the reasons for rules, and using routines and praise. Simple things like bedtime and chores teach discipline.
Parents teach rule-following best by modelling behaviour and by being consistent: explaining reasons, setting clear boundaries and enforcing fair consequences. Techniques like family meetings to agree household rules, chore charts, and natural consequences (for instance, if you miss a bus you learn punctuality the hard way) help children internalise norms. Positive reinforcement and explaining the wider purpose of rules are more effective than harsh punishment.
How to answer Describe a new law you would like to introduce in your country IELTS Speaking questions
For the Describe a new law you would like to introduce in your country cue card, use the preparation minute to build a route through the talk. Choose a clear subject, add two specific moments or details and end with why it matters. Then use the linked Part 3 questions to practise broader explanation and comparison.
Cue-card prompts:
- What law it is
- What changes this law brings
- Whether this new law will be popular
- How you came up with the new law
- How you feel about this new law
- Opening: identify the person, place, object or event.
- Development: describe two details or moments in a logical order.
- Extension: explain a reason, result, comparison or problem.
- Reflection: finish with why the subject is memorable or important.
Question-by-question approach
| Practice question | Useful answer move |
|---|---|
| What rules should students follow at school? | Name the thing first, then describe a specific feature or example. |
| Do people in your country usually obey the law? | Give a direct answer, one reason and a short example without memorising a script. |
| What kinds of behavior are considered as good behavior? | Name the thing first, then describe a specific feature or example. |
| Do you think children can learn about the law outside of school? | State a likely view, explain the reason and add one condition or example. |
Vocabulary focus
Useful language already demonstrated in the model answers includes use precise words from your own answer. Learn the meaning and a natural word partnership, then use each item in a different answer instead of copying a complete script.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Giving a memorised response that only partly answers the question.
- Adding difficult vocabulary without checking meaning or collocation.
- Restarting after every error instead of correcting briefly and continuing.
- Reading the model answer before recording your own first attempt.
Describe a new law you would like to introduce in your country practice FAQ
How should I use the Describe a new law you would like to introduce in your country cue card preparation minute?
Write keywords for an opening, two or three details and a final reflection. Do not try to write complete sentences.
Do I have to cover every cue-card bullet?
The prompts help you organise the talk. Covering them is useful, but a coherent one-to-two-minute response matters more than mechanically ticking off each line.
How are Part 3 questions connected to Part 2?
They develop the same broad theme through reasons, comparisons, social effects or future possibilities, so answers normally need more explanation than Part 1.
