Abstract
Describe an important traditional celebration or festival in your culture
IELTS Speaking Part 2
Cue card
You should say:
- What the celebration is and when it takes place
- What historical or cultural customs it entails
- How individuals and families participate
- Explain why this festival preserves cultural identity
Band 9 vocabulary
Heritage
/ˈher.ɪ.t̬ɪdʒ/
Valued traditions passed down through generations
Festivity
/fesˈtɪv.ə.t̬i/
The celebration of an event with joyful activities
Communal
/kəˈmjuː.nəl/
Shared by all members of a community
Examiner tip
Clarify cultural practices with descriptive clauses rather than assuming the examiner shares your cultural background.
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