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Line from a poem or song (Part 2/Cue Card--IELTS Speaking)

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Describe a line that you remember from a poem or song.

You should say:
    what it is
    which song or poem it is from
    when you first heard/read it 

and explain why you remember it.


Sample Answer 1

When I read this question, I instantly thought about a line from a beautiful ghazal. A ghazal is a type of poem that is usually in Urdu and can be recited or sung. The line that I remember is the beginning of the ghazal 'Kaagaz ki kashti' sung by the legendary singer Jagjit Singh.

I first heard this song when I was in my teens, and it has stayed with me since then. In the first line-- 'kaagaz ki kashti, baarish ka paani', the singer is reminiscing about playing in the rain with paper boats during his childhood. He says that he would happily trade his wealth and fame for the innocence and fun of childhood. It evokes a sense of nostalgia and longing for a simpler time.

The line is so beautifully crafted that it takes me back to those carefree days of innocence and joy. I think the reason the verses of this song left a mark on me is that it is a poignant reminder of the passing of time and the fleeting nature of childhood memories and I love lyrics that are soulful.


Sample Answer 2

I'd like to share my thoughts on William Wordsworth's classic poem 'Daffodils' and a line that has always resonated with me. The line that stands out to me is 'A host of golden daffodils; Beside the lake, beneath the trees, Fluttering and dancing in the breeze.'

This line is from the first stanza of the poem and describes the scene of a beautiful field of daffodils that the speaker comes across while wandering in the countryside. It's a beautiful example of Wordsworth's talent for evoking the beauty of nature in his poetry. 

I first read this poem in high school as part of my English literature class, and I was struck by the simplicity and beauty of the language used to describe the daffodils. I find this line incredibly enchanting and innovative. The poem is obviously a masterpiece of English literature that captures the beauty of the natural world in a way that is both timeless and universal.

This line in particular caught my attention the first time I read it. I think it's because it made me think of the front yard of my grandparents' house and the flowers there. I have beautiful memories of the time I spent there.


Part 3 Questions related to this topic:


Here's a list of advanced vocabulary used in the sample answers:

  • Ghazal: a form of poetry with rhyming couplets and a musical quality
  • Nostalgia: a sentimental longing for the past
  • Simplicity: the quality of being uncomplicated and easy to understand
  • Innocence: lack of experience or knowledge, often associated with childhood
  • Fragility: the quality of being delicate and easily broken 
  • Transience: the state of lasting for only a short time
  • Ode: a type of poem that expresses praise or admiration for someone or something
  • Poignant: evoking a sense of sadness or regret
  • The passing of time: the concept of time moving forward and things changing as a result
  • Fleeting: lasting for only a short time
  • Captures: expresses or conveys a feeling or sentiment effectively
  • Soulful: deeply emotionally and expressive
  • Leave a mark on someone: have a lasting impact or impression on someone
  • Resonate: evoke or suggest emotions, memories, or images
Here are a few more suggestions for advanced vocabulary for this question:
  • Stuck with: to remain in someone's memory
  • To be on cloud nine: to be extremely happy and excited
  • To be in seventh heaven: to be in a state of great joy and contentment
  • To be over the moon: to be extremely happy or delighted
  • To be in a state of bliss: to be in a state of perfect happiness or contentment
  • To hit the right note: to say or do something that is exactly right or appropriate for the situation
  • To strike a chord: to resonate emotionally or be relatable
  • To be swept away: to be completely absorbed or carried away by something, such as music
  • To be moved to tears: to be so emotionally affected by something, such as music, that one begins to cry
  • To be spellbound: to be so captivated or entranced by something, such as music, that one is unable to look away or stop listening
  • Put your feet up: To relax and rest your feet; to take a break from standing or walking
  • Decompress: To relax and release tension; to let go of stress and anxiety
  • Recharge your batteries: To take a break and restore your energy; to rest and refresh yourself
  • Enthrall: capture the fascinated attention of
  • Quintessential: representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class
  • Exquisite: extremely beautiful and, typically, delicate
  • Inevitability: the fact that something is certain to happen
  • Pushes us to grow and evolve: motivates us to develop and improve ourselves
  • Imagery: the use of vivid or descriptive language to create mental images in the reader's mind
  • Symbolism: the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities
  • Metaphor: a figure of speech in which a word of phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable
  • Stanza: a group of lines forming a unit in a poem
  • Verse: a line of poetry or a unit of poetry that is separated by a space in a poem
  • Genre: a category or type of art, literature, or music characterized by a particular style, form, or content
  • Tone: the writer's or speaker's attitude toward the subject or audience in a work of art or literature
  • Bleak: without hope or encouragement
  • Dark moments: difficult or challenging times
  • Adversity: difficulties or misfortunes experienced in life


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