IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card 346 with Model Answer:
Describe an enjoyable day that you spent in the countryside.
You should say:
- when and where you went
- who you went with
- what you did there
and explain how much you enjoyed it.
[You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you're going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.]
Model Answer 1:
Spending time in the countryside can indeed be a very relaxing and memorable experience for anybody who likes to live close to "Mother Nature". I also like to enjoy my day in the countryside whenever I get an opportunity, and today I would like to describe such an enjoyable day that I had spent about a few months ago.
This place was not really very far from where I lived nor was it really that difficult to get there. It was a very beautiful and scenic valley with lots of green around it. And a flowing river with clear water made it even more beautiful. I could see some healthy cows also, roaming around and eating grass, a bit far away from us.
By the way, my elder brother and my sister-in-law also accompanied me on that day, and we had just no idea that the valley could look so beautiful on winter noon. With the sun, shining with such a bright and smiley face, and a perfectly blue sky over our heads, the day just couldn’t be any more perfect for enjoying the countryside.
Anyway, after arriving there, we settled down very close to the valley in order to relax and enjoy the natural view around us first. Then we decided to rent a boat and ride it a little deep into the river to do some fishing practice, and luckily, we did manage to catch some big fish! Then, we decided to take a little walk in the beautiful valley where we ended up discovering a huge flock of birds, which were also probably visiting the area just like us. We tried to count how many different kinds of birds there were, but we failed as they were just too many. A little later, we had a little barbecue to deal with our hungry stomachs.
I really enjoyed our day out because it brought me real close to a very peaceful and natural environment, away from the hectic city life. Besides, the experience of enjoying a barbecue with the fishes, which we actually caught with our own hands, was simply priceless!
Sample Answer 2:
Last year, I went to Salado, a small village in Texas and this was a charming place where I passed some leisurely moments with my family and friends. I enjoyed the day-long trip in Salado and participated in a few attractive activities which made the day more memorable. This is a great candidate task topic for me and I would like to thank you for that.
I went there with my parents and three siblings as well as Tom and Bill, two of my intimate college friends. I study with Tom and Bill in college and we made a plan to visit the countryside in the state and accordingly picked this small village to spend a day. So, we made the trip and it was an exciting event for all of us to spend a day in the countryside, far away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
We did many enjoyable things together. Fishing on Salado Creek was perhaps the most exciting of them all. Frying the fishes we have caught, eating a delicious lunch under the open sky, strolling on the village streets and enjoying the calm nature were some unforgettable activities we did. We also took breakfast at one of the local restaurants, Stagecoach Inn, and we were served a traditional menu.
The visit was enjoyable for many reasons. It was a relief for us from the monotonous city life. So, an exciting break from urban life was much needed. Accordingly, after making the plan, we materialized it and we loved it. The memories of the trip will last for a long.
Idea generation for this Cue Card topic:
"Describe an enjoyable day that you spent in the countryside."
You may also have some other ways to complete this cue card task. A few sample answer hints provided below may help you to reach your goal.
1. My visit to Mui Ne was remarkable indeed. The place is located near Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam and now has become a great weekend destination. I was amazed by the natural beauty of the place and the bay area it has. The wind from the bay took my heart and mind away as it gave a soothing and relaxing feeling.
2. Kitashiobara is a small town in Japan and is primarily famous for its mountainous forest. I went there with my family members to pass the weekend and enjoyed it a lot. The overall scenic view is wonderful and attracts everyone. The natural lake is the key attraction in this place and it changes colour naturally, which is something I found fascinating when I first witnessed it.
3. Carmel-by-the-Sea is in the lovely countryside in California. The place is also known as Carmel and is famous for its picturesque views. Hiking on the sandy beach is truly exciting while the foods of the place are yummy. I had spent an entire day in this place and explored the major tourists spots. Many tourists gather there for the beach festival.
4. Finding the right countryside in the UK is not difficult if someone has the direction or address. I am not an exception to it and got such a place in Suffolk in the UK. In fact, East Bergholt is a nice place to visit for its local history and beauty. The locality is famous for the Impressionist Movement and provides a lucrative view to visitors.
5. Chernivtsi is locally known as Little Vienna in Ukraine. I paid a day-long visit there to get to know about the local cultures and customs. I enjoyed my time in this countryside where natural beauty is abundant.
