Cue Card

Describe a person who has interesting ideas or opinions

You should say:

• Who this person is
• What this person does
• How you know them
• And explain why you think his/her ideas and opinions are interesting.

Sample Part 3 Questions

1. When do children begin to have their own ideas?
2. Why are there more and more differences between children and their parents?
3. What are the advantages and disadvantages of setting rules for children?
4. Do you know of someone who has changed many lives with their ideas?

Sample Cue Card Answer

Meet my friend, Rachel. She's a 30-year-old urban farmer who thinks the key to solving world hunger is not about producing more food, but about reducing food waste. She's always been fascinated by the fact that one-third of all food produced globally is lost or wasted. Her solution? A mobile app that connects consumers with surplus produce from local farmers, reducing waste and making fresh produce more accessible to low-income communities.

What I love about Rachel's ideas is that they're not just pie-in-the-sky theories. She's actually out there making it happen. She's built a team of developers, partnered with local farmers, and even convinced a few restaurants to join her cause. Her enthusiasm is infectious, and soon, I found myself helping out at her community garden, learning about permaculture, and rethinking my own relationship with food.

But what really sets Rachel apart is her willingness to challenge conventional wisdom. She's not afraid to question the status quo, even if it means going against the grain. Like when she argued that vertical farming is not as sustainable as we think, or that veganism might not be the answer to our environmental problems. Her opinions are always well-researched and thought-provoking, and she's not afraid to change her mind if presented with new evidence.

Rachel's ideas have a way of making you see the world in a different light. She has this unique ability to connect the dots between seemingly unrelated things, like how the way we produce food affects our mental health, or how urban planning can impact social justice. Her ideas are like a breath of fresh air, making you realize that there are always new perspectives to consider, new solutions to explore.

Cue Card Answer Key Phrases and Idioms

think outside the box

to come up with new and creative ideas

Rachel's ideas are always out of the box, challenging conventional wisdom and pushing boundaries.

connect the dots

to find relationships between seemingly unrelated things

Rachel has a way of connecting the dots between food production and mental health, showing how they're more related than we think.

go against the grain

to do something that is different from what most people do or think

Rachel's not afraid to go against the grain, questioning popular opinions and challenging the status quo.

Sample Part 3 Answers

When do children begin to have their own ideas? You know, I think children start developing their own ideas from a pretty young age. I mean, think about it - from the moment they start talking, they're already expressing their own thoughts and opinions. But I think it's around the age of 5 or 6 that they really start to form their own ideas and opinions. At this age, they're starting to learn and absorb so much information from their surroundings, and they start to piece together their own understanding of the world. They might not always be able to articulate it, but they're definitely forming their own thoughts and opinions. And it's amazing to watch, because you can see the wheels turning in their little heads as they try to make sense of everything.

Why are there more and more differences between children and their parents? I think one of the main reasons there are more differences between children and their parents is because of the way the world is changing. I mean, think about it - the world is moving at such a fast pace, and kids are growing up in a completely different environment than their parents did. They're exposed to so much more information, and they're learning at such a rapid rate. And because of that, they're developing their own ideas and opinions at a much younger age. And sometimes, those ideas and opinions might not align with their parents', which can create tension. But it's also what makes the world such an interesting place - the fact that each generation has its own unique perspective and way of thinking.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of setting rules for children? Setting rules for children is a tricky thing, because on the one hand, it provides a sense of structure and boundaries, which is important for kids to feel safe and secure. But on the other hand, too many rules can stifle their creativity and independence. I think the key is to find a balance between the two. By setting clear rules and expectations, you're giving kids a sense of what's expected of them, but you're also giving them the freedom to make their own choices and decisions within those boundaries. And that's where the real learning happens - when kids are able to take risks and try new things, but also know what's expected of them. It's a delicate balance, but when it's done right, it can be incredibly powerful.

Do you know of someone who has changed many lives with their ideas? One person who comes to mind is Malala Yousafzai. She's a Pakistani activist for female education and the youngest Nobel Prize laureate. Her ideas about the importance of education, especially for girls, have changed the lives of countless people around the world. She's an amazing example of how one person can make a real difference in the world with their ideas. And what's so inspiring about Malala is that she didn't let her age or circumstances hold her back. She stood up for what she believed in, even in the face of danger and adversity, and her ideas have inspired a movement. She's a true testament to the power of ideas and the impact one person can have.

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