IELTS Speaking Part 2 Cue Card
Describe a noisy place you have been to.
You should say:
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What the place was
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When you went there
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What you did there
And explain why you found it noisy
1. Speaking Expressions
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To set the scene… (Để giới thiệu bối cảnh…)
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It was absolutely deafening… (Âm thanh thật là chói tai…)
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I stepped into… (Tôi bước vào…)
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Right off the bat… (Ngay lập tức…)
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I could barely hear myself think… (Tôi hầu như không nghe thấy suy nghĩ của mình…)
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It felt like standing next to… (Cảm giác như đứng cạnh…)
2. Ideas & Collocations
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Bustling street market (chợ đường phố nhộn nhịp)
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Clanging metal stalls (tiếng leng keng của sạp sắt)
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Horns blaring non‑stop (tiếng còi inh ỏi không ngừng)
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Sellers hawking their wares (người bán hét to mời khách)
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Crowds chatting and bargaining (đám đông trò chuyện, mặc cả)
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Music blasting from loudspeakers (nhạc phát to qua loa)
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Motorbike engines revving (động cơ xe máy nổ giòn giã)
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Construction works next door (công trình xây dựng bên cạnh)
3. Sample Answer
To set the scene, the noisiest place I’ve ever been to was Ben Thanh Market in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City. I went there one busy Saturday morning last year to shop for souvenirs before a friend’s wedding. I stepped into the main hall just as vendors were hawking their wares at full volume and music was blasting from loudspeakers set up for a promotional event.
Right off the bat, the cacophony was overwhelming. Outside, horns were blaring non‑stop as tens of thousands of motorbikes swarmed the surrounding streets, and inside, every stall had its own mini‑speaker to draw customers in. The lively chatter of shoppers bargaining mixed with the clanging metal stalls as sellers flipped through trays of jewelry and lacquerware. At one corner, a small band was performing traditional music—its drums and cymbals echoing off the tiled walls. I could barely hear myself think, and I even felt my ears ring after a few minutes.
While I was bargaining for a hand‑painted postcard set, I had to lean in and shout to be heard over the din. At one point, a nearby construction crew started jackhammering for road repairs, adding another layer of grinding, rumbling noise to the scene. Even with earplugs in my pocket, I didn’t have the chance to use them because I didn’t expect the market to be so loud.
I found it noisy because it combined so many sound sources—traffic, music, loudspeakers, and construction—all concentrated in a confined space. Yet, this riot of noise also gave the market its unique energy. I left with my ears ringing but also with a vivid memory of that bustling atmosphere. Looking back, the experience taught me to appreciate quieter spots in the city—my little balcony garden now feels like a sanctuary after enduring the market’s whirlwind of sound.
IELTS Speaking Part 3
1. Do you think it’s okay for children to make noise?
Expressions:
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Children need to let off steam… (Trẻ cần được xả năng lượng…)
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A bit of racket is harmless… (Một chút ồn ào không sao cả…)
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As long as it’s within reason… (Miễn là trong chừng mực…)
Sample Answer:
Children need to let off steam, especially when they’re playing actively. A bit of racket is harmless as long as it’s not late at night or too disruptive. Parents can set boundaries—as long as it’s within reason, some noise is part of childhood.
2. Should children be allowed to make noise under any circumstances?
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There should be context… (Phải có ngữ cảnh…)
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Time and place matter… (Thời gian và địa điểm rất quan trọng…)
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Respect for others is key… (Tôn trọng người khác là then chốt…)
Sample Answer:
There should be context: playing in a park during the day is fine, but not in a library or after bedtime. Time and place matter, and teaching kids to respect others helps them learn when noise is acceptable.
3. What kinds of noise do people hear in daily life?
Expressions:
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Everyday urban soundtrack includes… (Nhạc nền đô thị hàng ngày bao gồm…)
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Most commonly… (Phổ biến nhất là…)
Ideas & Collocations:
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Traffic noise: honking, engines… (Tiếng xe: còi, động cơ…)
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Construction sounds: drills, hammers… (Tiếng công trường: khoan, búa…)
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Household sounds: TV, blender… (Tiếng sinh hoạt: tivi, máy xay…)
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Human noise: chatter, laughter, crying… (Tiếng người: nói chuyện, cười, khóc…)
Sample Answer:
Everyday urban soundtrack includes traffic noise, such as honking and engines, construction sounds like drills and hammers, household noises like blenders or TV, and various human sounds—from market chatter to children playing.
4. Where is noisier, cities or the countryside? Why?
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Cities are undoubtedly louder… (Thành phố chắc chắn ồn hơn…)
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Countryside tends to be quieter… (Vùng nông thôn thường yên tĩnh hơn…)
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Density and activity levels… (Mật độ và mức độ hoạt động…)
Sample Answer:
Cities are undoubtedly louder due to dense traffic, industry, and crowded public spaces. The countryside tends to be quieter, with only nature sounds and occasional farm machinery. Density and activity levels explain the contrast.
5. How do people usually react to noise in your country?
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They either tolerate or complain… (Họ hoặc chịu đựng hoặc phàn nàn…)
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Ear‑blocking solutions… (Giải pháp bịt tai…)
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Seek quieter spots… (Tìm nơi yên tĩnh hơn…)
Sample Answer:
Many Vietnamese tolerate everyday noise as part of city life, but when it’s excessive, they complain to authorities or neighbors. Some carry earplugs or use noise‑cancelling headphones, while others seek quieter spots like coffee shops with ambient music.
6. How can people be more considerate about noise when talking in public?
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Lower their volume… (Hạ giọng…)
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Be mindful of surroundings… (Chú ý đến xung quanh…)
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Use indoor voices… (Nói nhỏ…)
Sample Answer:
People can lower their volume, be mindful of surroundings, and use indoor voices when in cafés, libraries, or public transport. Simple steps—like closing doors or stepping aside—help maintain a more comfortable environment for everyone.