Describe an ambition you have not achieved yet – IELTS Cue Card Sample Answers

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During Part 2 of the IELTS Speaking test, you will have exactly one minute to prepare and speak on a specific topic. This is the IELTS cue card task. You can learn how to communicate clearly and successfully by reviewing sample answers.

This IELTS cue card gives you an opportunity to share one of your aspirations or an ambition you have not achieved yet.

Practise IELTS Speaking Part 2 by referencing the Cue Card Sample Answers below.

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Sample Answer 1

• what it is
• when you first had this ambition
• why you had this ambition

Well, fat belly is always of the top concerns of all women in this whole world, and I am not of an exception. So, for the next 3 years, I am planning to do some physical exercises to get toned and make my body into good shape, looking for a prospect of getting a slim body, which would definitely make others green with envy.

• what you have done to achieve it

I’ve planned to achieve this objective carefully. I asked my friends, who are in physical training courses, for advice on which kind of exercises I should take. I carried out some research, too. Then, I found out that I should practice squat, and sit-up. I installed an app in my mobile phone, which helps me keep track of my practice and give me some certain advice provided by a professional trainer.

• and explain why you haven’t achieve it yet.

Unfortunately, I couldn’t persist in this practice for too long as in the first day, I was so eager that I practice squat too much, which caused muscle’s tension. Thus, I had to rest for some days after, which lowered my motivation. Finally, after those days, I gradually gave up on my practice and my belly continued to grow. Admittedly, it was really a shame to me as I thought I could achieve that goal.

Vocabulary

• Be not of exception: similar to or belong to that group
  Eg: Everyone like cakes and I am not of the exception
• Green with envy: jealous with…
  Eg: Girls are likely to be green with envy with the others who are more beautiful
• Keep track of: to make certain that you know what is happening or has happened to someone or something
  Eg: My sister has had so many different jobs, it’s hard for me to keep track of what she’s doing.
• Persist in (doing) something: to continue steadfastly or firmly in some state, purpose, course of action
  Eg: She really persisted in working for world peace for a long time.

Sample Answer 2

• what it is
• when you first had this ambition
• why you had this ambition

I have always wanted to start my own business, following the footsteps of my grandfather. My father was a serviceman and so my grandfather’s business was divided among my uncles. As I cannot have a portion of the business, my ambition is to start one of my own. 

My grandfather has always been a source of inspiration for me. Irrespective of the fact that he was not formally educated, he developed the hardware business on his own merit. So, when I came of age, I decided to follow the same path. But, my plan is to venture into something unique. As a result, after researching quite a few ideas, I am determined to recycle old clothes and make new products out of them. 

• what you have done to achieve it

In my research, I found out that about one million tonnes of textile are wasted every year and it stands to be the third largest source of waste. The best way to handle it is to recycle and reuse it. Therefore, I decided to collect old unused textiles, convert them into boutique pieces, a concept that is trending, and sell them to viable customers. Although my groundwork is done, I am waiting to collect the required capital.

• and explain why you haven’t achieve it yet.

Every business needs enough resources and funding, besides hard work and determination. Since I didn’t have enough funds, I was unable to start my endeavours till now. But now, I have collected enough and am planning to launch my business next year. 

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