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IELTS Speaking Part 2 & 3 · Current season: 6.25-7.13 Predicted · Updated 2026-07-03

Part 2 Cue Card

Describe a person who solved a problem in a smart way

You should say:

  • Who this person is
  • What the problem was
  • How he or she solved it
  • And explain why you think he or she did it in a smart way

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

Part 3 Discussion Questions

  • Do you think children are born smart or they learn to become smart?
  • How do children become smart at school?
  • Why are some people well-rounded and others only good at one thing?
  • Why does modern society need talents of all kinds?