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IELTS Speaking Part 2 & 3 · Current season: 6.25-7.13 Predicted · Updated 2026-07-08

Part 2 Cue Card

Describe a person who makes plans a lot and is good at planning

You should say:

  • Who he/she is
  • How you knew him/her
  • What plans he/she makes
  • And explain how you feel about this person

You will have one to two minutes to talk about this topic.

Part 3 Discussion Questions

  • Do you think it's important to plan ahead?
  • What activities do we need to plan ahead?
  • Do you think children should plan their future careers?
  • Should children ask their teachers and parents for advice when making plans?
  • Is making study plans popular among young people?
  • Do you think choosing a college major is closely related to a person's future career?
Visual warm-up

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.

Visual speaking prompt 1 for the topic describe a person who makes plans a lot and is good at planning
Prompt 1Notice three concrete details, then answer without writing a script.
Visual speaking prompt 2 for the topic describe a person who makes plans a lot and is good at planning
Prompt 2Change the viewpoint or example and record a second, more specific answer.
Listen · compare · repeat

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

Band 6 model

I'm describing my friend Tom. I met him at college when we were in the same study group. Tom makes plans for almost everything — daily schedules, study timetables, weekend trips and saving for holidays. He writes lists and checks things off. At work he plans projects with simple deadlines and tells people what to do. I like him because his plans make life easier for everyone. He helps me when I'm late or forget things. Sometimes his planning feels strict, but mostly it's useful and calming.

Speaking criteria note: The Band 7 answer is more detailed and organised, using varied connectives and concrete examples (like the half‑marathon and product launch) that show depth and fluency.

Part 3 — Model Answers

Do you think it's important to plan ahead?

Band 6 model

Yes, I think it's important to plan ahead. Planning gives you direction and helps avoid rushing. For example, if you plan a trip you can save money and book things early. It also reduces stress before exams or deadlines.

Speaking criteria note: The Band 7 answer expands with reasons, an example and a qualification about flexibility, showing range and coherence.

What activities do we need to plan ahead?

Band 6 model

We need to plan travel, study for exams and work deadlines. Big events like weddings or family trips also need planning. Even daily things like shopping can be planned to save time.

Speaking criteria note: The Band 7 reply lists a wider range of activities and explains why each needs planning, with natural linking language.

Do you think children should plan their future careers?

Band 6 model

I think children can start to think about careers, but they shouldn't be forced. It's good to explore different subjects and hobbies first. At school they can try work experience to learn what they like.

Speaking criteria note: Band 7 gives a balanced view with examples (work placements, taster courses) and emphasises flexibility, showing more nuance.

Should children ask their teachers and parents for advice when making plans?

Band 6 model

Yes, children should ask teachers and parents for advice. Teachers know about learning and parents know the child well. But the child should decide in the end.

Speaking criteria note: Band 7 explains the distinct roles of teachers, parents and impartial advisers, showing critical thinking and collocation use.

Is making study plans popular among young people?

Band 6 model

Some young people make study plans, but not everyone. Those who have exams or big goals often plan more. Others prefer to study spontaneously or feel it's too strict.

Speaking criteria note: Band 7 offers trends, methods (Pomodoro, apps), and a balanced judgement about advantages and downsides, showing breadth and nuance.

Do you think choosing a college major is closely related to a person's future career?

Band 6 model

Choosing a college major can affect your job, but it's not the only factor. Many people work in different fields from their degree. Skills and experience matter a lot.

Speaking criteria note: Band 7 explains both influence and limits of a major, gives a concrete example and mentions lifelong learning, demonstrating wider vocabulary and reasoning.

How to answer Describe a person who makes plans a lot and is good at planning IELTS Speaking questions

For the Describe a person who makes plans a lot and is good at planning 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:

  • Who he/she is
  • How you knew him/her
  • What plans he/she makes
  • And explain how you feel about this person
  1. Opening: identify the person, place, object or event.
  2. Development: describe two details or moments in a logical order.
  3. Extension: explain a reason, result, comparison or problem.
  4. Reflection: finish with why the subject is memorable or important.

Question-by-question approach

Practice questionUseful answer move
Do you think it's important to plan ahead?State a likely view, explain the reason and add one condition or example.
What activities do we need to plan ahead?Name the thing first, then describe a specific feature or example.
Do you think children should plan their future careers?State a likely view, explain the reason and add one condition or example.
Should children ask their teachers and parents for advice when making plans?Give a direct answer, one reason and a short example without memorising a script.

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 person who makes plans a lot and is good at planning practice FAQ

How should I use the Describe a person who makes plans a lot and is good at planning 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.