Sample IELTS Speaking Part 1 Helping others

Helping others is one of the topics you may encounter in the IELTS Speaking exam. So how should you handle questions related to the IELTS Speaking Part 1 Helping others in order to achieve a high band score? Refer to the model answer for band 7.5+ prepared by an A-grade teacher at PREP below!

I. The cue card of IELTS Speaking Part 1 Helping others

PREP has compiled a number of questions related to the IELTS Speaking Part 1 Helping others, which examiners may use to assess candidates' Speaking abilities in the real test. Specifically, these are:

• Do you usually help people around you?

• How do you help people around you, such as neighbors, family, and friends?

• Do your parents teach you how to help others?

• Did your parents help you a lot when you were young?

• What have you done to help the elderly?

II. Sample IELTS Speaking Part 1 Helping others

Below are some sample IELTS Speaking Part 1 Helping others, scored at band 7.5+, compiled by top-level teachers at PREP. Study them carefully to effectively practice for the IELTS Speaking exam, Preppies!

1. Do you usually help people around you?

Yes, I usually try to help people around me since it’s a nice to be kind and generous to those in need. I’ve helped a friend move, organized charity events, or simply offered a listening ear. I think it's important to be there for others and to show them that they are not alone. It's a great feeling to know that you've made a difference in someone's life, even if it's just a small one.

• Generous (adj): willing to give and share freely

• Listening ear (idiom): someone who is willing to listen attentively to others

2. How do you help people around you, such as neighbours, family and friends?

I'm always happy to do what I can whether it's helping family and friends with a project, running an errand, or just being there to listen. I’m not that close to my neighbours since I’ve just moved here  but I’m willing to lend a helping hand if they would ever need me with anything. 

• Run an errand: to do a small, quick task or chore, usually as a favor for someone else

3. Do your parents teach you how to help others?

Yes, my parents have always taught me the importance of helping others. They've shown me that it's not only important to help those in need, but also to be kind and generous to everyone. They've taught me to be mindful of how my actions can affect others and they've also encouraged me countless time to volunteer in my community and to look for ways to make a difference in the lives of those around me.

• Mindful (adj): being aware and attentive to something or someone.

4. Did your parents help you a lot when you were young?

Yes, my parents were incredibly supportive when I was growing up. They were always there to help me with my schoolwork, encourage me to pursue my passions, and provide me with the resources I needed to succeed. They also taught me important life lessons and values that I still carry with me today.

• Supportive (adj): providing encouragement, help, or assistance to someone.

• Life lesson (noun): an important piece of wisdom or knowledge gained from one's experiences.

• Value (noun): the importance, worth, or usefulness of something.

5. What have you done to help the elderly?

I have volunteered at a local nursing home for the past few years. My job is to help them with activities, such as playing board games, reading books, and helping with arts and crafts. I also work in the kitchen during meal times, making sure the elderly residents have enough to eat and that they are comfortable. I also run some errands, such as grocery shopping and picking up prescriptions. All in all, I enjoy spending time with the elderly and helping them out in any way I can. 

• Elderly resident (noun): an older person, especially one who lives in a particular place.

• Prescription (noun): a written instruction from a medical practitioner that authorizes the patient to be provided with a medicine or treatment.

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The above are the most comprehensive sample responses for IELTS Speaking Part 1 Helping others, scored at band 7.5+, compiled by top-level teachers at PREP. Wishing you effective practice and the ability to achieve a 7.5+ band score in your upcoming exam!