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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 time when you sent a message or an email to someone but received no reply for a long time

You should say:

  • Who you sent it to
  • What the message/email was about
  • Whether you finally received the reply
  • And explain how you felt about the experience

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

Part 3 Discussion Questions

  • In what situations do people spend a long time responding to others' messages?
  • In what situations do people not respond to messages at all?
  • What would you do if you did not receive a reply after sending out a message?
  • Why do some people prefer sending a message instead of making a call?
  • How do you show your respect in your messages?
  • Why do some people feel angry when others don't reply to their message?