by smart | Apr 5, 2021 | May 2021 To August 2021 Cue Cards With Answers, Que Cards
You should say
-When it was?
-What were you doing?
-What did you do about it?
-And how you felt about it?
Model Answer
Introduction
- Computers are gadgets that almost every person has.
- They are important to daily activities at work, school, or even for personal use.
- The uses and importance of a computer cannot be overemphasized.
- However, there are times they can malfunction either due to mechanical fault or carelessness.
When was it?
- I once had my computer breakdown and it came at a time I needed.
- It was during my undergraduate project research period.
- I carried out my research and stored my work on my computer.
What were you doing?
- The day my computer broke down, I was analyzing my data using SPSS analysis software.
- All of a sudden my computer screen blanked out.
- I tried everything, removing the battery, switching it off and on, I even almost removed the panel.
- But I couldn’t figure out anything because I wasn’t an engineer.
- It was almost close to my deadline and I was trying to finish up my work on time.
- I was really scared and worried because having your computer crash is the worst thing.
- Not to talk about the cost
What did you do about it?
- After trying everything I could not get a solution.
- I took it down to the café area.
- I had an engineering friend who usually fixed our computers and phones.
- Luckily I saw him around, I explained my situation to him.
- He took the computer to his room and opened it.
- He explained the problem and told me I could fix it with a very little amount of money.
- I felt relief at this because I couldn’t imagine the computer not coming on again.
And how did you feel about it?
- My friend was able to fix the computer and my data wasn’t lost.
- Honestly, I was very scared when it happened because the computer was very important to me at that moment and I didn’t even have enough money to buy a new one then.
- My friend fixing the computer made me very happy and I remember thanking him profusely.
Conclusion
A lot of people have had their computers crash on them at inopportune times. This could cause a whole lot of issues from data loss to not meeting up with deadlines. My friend told me the computer breakdown was due to my carelessness. We are expected to care for our gadgets just like we do for ourselves so they can last longer.
Part-3 : Follow up Questions @Smart Alpine Education
Que 1. What do people use computers for?
People use computers for a variety of activities that range from collecting and storing data, carrying out research, watching movies and playing music, making graphic and artistic designs, having video conferences, playing games, communicating with people around the world, sending and receiving mails, among many other things. Computers have become quite important in the jet age as you can do almost anything with a computer.
Que 2. Do you think computers make our life simpler or more complex?
I would say both. Computers make our lives easier because it makes us able to do things faster. For example, before the advent of the computer, people couldn’t send electronic emails, they had to type letters on typewriters and send them by post or by hand to the receiver. It has made normally herculean tasks easier for humans to carry out. It has also made our lives complex because due to the introduction of numerous software, people have to continuously learn and upgrade themselves. To be a secretary or clerk today, employers expect you to be proficient in the use of computers and software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, or Powerpoint.
by smart | Apr 5, 2021 | May 2021 To August 2021 Cue Cards With Answers, Que Cards
You should say
-What the news is about?
-Where and when you heard it?
-What you were doing when you heard the news?
-Explain how you felt about this piece of international news?
Model Answer
Introduction
- In the 21st century, it is easy for people around the world to get news and information about things happening around the world in the twinkle of an eye.
- You can know about things happening in other countries or continents by watching TV, reading up on it on your mobile phone or computer.
- I regularly follow up on international news because I like to stay up to date.
What the news is about?
- A piece of international news I heard recently was the abduction of school children in Nigeria, Africa.
- 279 girls were abducted from a government secondary school in Nigeria’s Zamfara state.
- The gun men entered into the student’s hostel and took them to the assembly point.
- They were threatened at gunpoint before being herded into trucks and captured
Where and when you heard it ?
- I was at home when I heard the news.
- I was watching the international news with my family by 8 pm on the Aljazeera news channel.
- I was with my whole family as we all loved to listen to the news.
What you were doing when you heard the news?
- I just had dinner after which we were all reclining around the living area.
- My mother had a cup of juice with her and it almost slipped from her shock
Explain how you felt about this piece of international news?
- I mostly felt shocked that such a thing could be done.
- I also wondered about the kind of security that was around the school for that large number of girls to be taken without anyone coming to their rescue.
- I also wondered what the Nigerian government was doing about the situation because they had to be in the news frequently because of insecurity and terrorism.
- I prayed the girls were found on time and that none of them was raped or killed.
- I hoped that their government became proactive and that the girls were found and reunited with their families very soon.
Conclusion
With international news, you get to be informed of the occurrence around the globe.
Part-3 : Follow up Questions @Smart Alpine Education
1. Why do people listen to the news?
People listen to the news to stay up to date with things happening both in the country and around the world. It is important to listen to the news because things change every day, the government could implement new policies that concern everyone and it would be announced on the news.Listening to the news also gives information about other countries and places, we can know which country is safe at the moment and which is not by listening to the news. There are sports news, fashion news, business news, and people who have dealings in those niches must listen to the news to keep themselves current.
2. What is the source of news in your country?
In India, we have various sources of news, radios are very important ways to get information. Almost everyone has it in their homes and we have portable ones that can be carried about so you are sure to get your news even on the go. Television is also an important source of news, apart from rendering visual imagery one can always switch channels to cover more news.Televisions are in houses, offices, bars hotels and this makes it easy to access news almost everywhere. For the younger generation, getting the news from our phones and laptops is very easy. There are numerous news channels and apps to subscribe to.
by smart | Apr 5, 2021 | May 2021 To August 2021 Cue Cards With Answers, Que Cards
You should say
-Where is it?
-Why did you go there?
-What is it like?
-Explain how you felt about it?
Model Answer
Introduction
- Hotels are home away from home.
- Depending on the hospitality,
- Staying at a hotel is a pleasant experience having people waiting on you while you do nothing.
- Also, different hotels have different things to offer.
Where is it?
- I will be talking about my experience staying at one of the prestigious hotels in Mumbai.
- For 3 days during a business conference.
- It was truly a home away from home.
Why did you go there?
- I went to my conference, which required me to lodge in a hotel.
- After the conference, I went home.
What is it like?
- It was a wonderful experience.
- It was a very nice hotel.
- All the staffs were very polite.
- The comfortability level was top-notch.
- The hospitality level was also high.
- A large parking area was there.
- Also, there is a park for walking if someone likes it.
- There were several security guards.
- Which made the meeting feel safe.
Explain how you felt about it ?
- I felt like I was in a palace.
- Everywhere I went there was always someone to answer my need.
- As a guest, you are entitled to a free massage.
- Which I took and I felt refreshed.
Conclusion
There are different types of hotels out there here you won’t miss leaving your home and you will get top-notch hospitality.
Part-3 : Follow up Questions @Smart Alpine Education
Que 1. Do the ratings of people influence business?
Yes. The level of hospital shown to a customer increases a business rating, which in turn influences the business growth.
Que 2. How do people reserve rooms in your country?
For some hotels, you call ahead to make a reservation while others can get there by requesting a room from the receptionist.
Que 3. What influences people’s choice of hotels?
Recommendation and review. Your level of hospitality determines the reviews you get, which influences people’s decision to come to your hotel or not.
by smart | Apr 5, 2021 | May 2021 To August 2021 Cue Cards With Answers, Que Cards
You should say
-Who is he/she?
-How do you know him/her?
-What kind of clothes he/she wears?
-Why do you consider that his/her clothing choices are weird?
Model Answer
Introduction
- Most times we describe unusual as not common.
- People are used to the norm of wearing a suit and tie.
- Dressing formal or wearing matching pieces.
- When someone wears something different from those normal they are called unusual.
- Here I would like to talk about a flamboyant man I met.
Who is he/she?
- I met Mr Karim when he moved into my neighbourhood.
- He was dressed so flashily,
- I had to close my eyes at some point.
How do you know him/her?
- I introduced myself the day I got the opportunity to as he was my next-door neighbour.
- He was a joy to be around.
- Aside from his approach to life, I enjoyed his company.
- He was like a breath of fresh air to the stuffed community I lived in.
What kind of clothes he/she wears?
- He likes to dress flamboyantly.
- He combined flashy colours.
- He was always neatly dressed.
- Even when indoors, you will never find anything out of place
- His shows and attire are on point.
Why do you consider his/her clothing weird ?
- I consider them weird because in a neighbourhood full of like-minded people.
- He was different.
- It got him unwanted attention but he didn’t mind.
- He was just his radiant happy self.
Conclusion
Although his dressing is unusual it doesn’t stop him from being his best self.
Part-3 : Follow up Questions @Smart Alpine Education
1. Where do Indians normally buy clothes?
Indians get their clothes from different places. It all depends on their preference.Now, most people prefer to buy clothes from online stores, some go to the malls that are open in each city.
2. The difference between men’s and women’s choices of clothes?
There are plenty of dissimilarities between men’s and women’s clothes. Some women mostly go for flashy clothes while some like clothes that are not too flashy nor are they too dull. But mostmen wear a much more subtle shade.
3. Do clothes affect people’s mood?
Yes. When you dress and look good, you feel good. When individuals compliment you on your attire it boosts your self-confidence.
4. What do people consider when buying clothes?
People consider different things when buying clothes like colour, shape, comfort, cost, and brand.
by smart | Apr 3, 2021 | May 2021 To August 2021 Cue Cards With Answers, Que Cards
You should say
-What is it?
-How did you learn it?
-How can you teach others this skill?
-How do you feel about this skill?
Model Answer
Introduction
- Skills are talents that we acquire then use to benefit ourselves and the people around us.
- In this 21st century, people need to have skills apart from their basic education.
- Individuals need to up-skill and re-skill themselves as having a degree is no longer enough.
- I have several skills but I have a favorite among them.
What is it?
- One of my skills I love more is script writing.
- It is the art of writing stories in script form which are then turned into movies.
How did you learn it?
- I always liked writing since I was a kid.
- I usually write proposals, articles, blogs, etc.
- I also started writing in my spare time.
- Then I met a friend who taught me how to make my stories in the form of scripts.
- I started writing scripts and selling them to producers until I got better.
How can you teach others this skill?
- I have taught this skill to various people over the years to empower themselves.
- I usually teach them online so I have a wider reach.
- I take classes on Whatsapp and Zoom webinars.
- I ensure the classes are fully interactive and I even give out assignments.
- This is to ensure that everyone is carried along and understands what I’m doing.
How do you feel about this skill?
- Script writing is a great skill to my own belief.
- It requires careful planning and thinking.
- The story lines have to be well thought out, the dialogue has to be on point.
- And when translating it to a movie, the actors have to connect with the story to bring it to life
- I love script writing.
Conclusion
I’m grateful to my friend who taught me the art of scriptwriting as it made me a better thinker while also improving my standard of living. I believe having a relevant skill at this age is very important and no one should hesitate to skill up.
Part-3 : Follow up Questions @Smart Alpine Education
1. Should teachers be in a funny mood when they teach?
Teachers don’t have to be comedians to make a class lively. The livelier the class is the clearer the subject is. Because students will assimilate more in a fun environment and not sleep off.
2. What kind of qualities should teachers have?
Amentor should be vocal, patient, and possess effective communication skills. A teacher should be able to pass across knowledge to students and be willing to accept mistakes whenever there is an error.
3. Which do you think are more important practical skills or academic skills?
Both are important. You can have both skills. There is nothing bad about having practical skills and being educated. Practical skills can be a great opportunity in places where your academic achievement hasn’t produced any results.
4. Is there any age limit for learning?
No. we learn every day. No man can know it all. It doesn’t matter the age, there is still something you can learn.
