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?
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'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.
She's my friend Laura, a project manager at a small tech company who always has a notebook full of plans. I first met Laura at university during a student society, and we kept in touch afterwards when we both moved to the same city; that early teamwork showed me how organised she is. She makes plans for everything: daily to-do lists, weekend trips, long-term career goals and even fitness schedules — for example she trained for a half-marathon by mapping her runs across the calendar and sharing milestones with friends. She even uses colour-coded labels and a shared digital calendar so everyone can see deadlines, which is really impressive. In terms of work, she draws up detailed project timelines, allocates tasks and sets regular checkpoints so teams know what to do and when; last year she steered a tricky product launch by adjusting the plan each week. Personally, I admire her planning because it makes shared tasks easy and reduces stress; whenever I feel overwhelmed I ask her for a simple timeline and it always helps. At the same time, I sometimes feel slightly lazy compared with her discipline, but mostly I'm grateful — her planning skills have helped me finish several jobs on time and enjoy trips without last-minute panic.
Part 3 — Model Answers
Do you think it's important to plan ahead?
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.
Yes — generally it's sensible to plan ahead because it helps you prioritise and avoid last‑minute panic. For example, at work a clear timeline lets you spot problems early and build a contingency plan, and for personal life planning saves money and time when booking travel. That said, you should leave room for flexibility so you can adapt if something unexpected happens.
What activities do we need to plan ahead?
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.
Key activities to plan include travel itineraries, study schedules for major exams, financial goals like saving for a house, and large family events such as weddings. You should also plan professional development — training courses or internships — because those need time and often money. Even routine things, like grocery shopping or weekly chores, benefit from a simple plan to free up time.
Do you think children should plan their future careers?
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.
Children should be encouraged to explore career ideas early, but not locked into a decision. Early guidance helps them build relevant skills and set realistic expectations — for instance, short work placements or taster courses can reveal interests they didn't know about. It's important schools teach career awareness alongside allowing youngsters the freedom to change direction as they grow.
Should children ask their teachers and parents for advice when making plans?
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.
Yes — asking teachers and parents for advice is useful because they offer different perspectives: teachers can suggest strengths and suitable subjects, while parents often understand the child's long‑term hopes. However, it's healthy to include impartial guidance too, such as a careers adviser, to avoid pressure and to make sure the child's own interests lead the decision.
Is making study plans popular among young people?
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.
Making study plans is increasingly common, especially with competitive exams and handy apps that help organise time. Many students use timetables, the Pomodoro technique or group study schedules to keep on track. That said, some young people reject rigid planning because it can harm motivation or mental health, so a balanced approach — structured but adaptable — works best.
Do you think choosing a college major is closely related to a person's future career?
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.
Choosing a major certainly influences career options, because it shapes your knowledge and contacts, but it's not decisive. Employers often value transferable skills, experience and attitude; for example, a history graduate can become a successful marketer with the right internships and skill development. Lifelong learning and postgraduate qualifications also mean people can change direction later on.
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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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.