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IELTS Cue Card: Your Favourite Shop

This IELTS Speaking Part 2 cue card asks you to talk about your favourite shop, covering where it is; how often you go there; what it sells; and explain why you think it is a good shop.. Below is a band 9 sample answer with tips on structuring a two-minute talk.

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Talk about: Your Favourite Shop

You should say:

Timing

You have one minute to prepare and may make notes. Then speak for one to two minutes; the examiner may ask one or two short follow-up questions.

Band 9 sample answer

My favorite shop is a local bookstore called 'Book Haven.' It’s located downtown, and I visit it at least once a month. The shop sells a wide variety of books, from fiction to non-fiction, and also hosts events like book signings. I think it’s a great shop because it fosters a love for reading and creates a sense of community among book lovers.

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