Cue Card

Describe something you found that was lost by someone else

You should say:

• What it was
• Who it belonged to
• When it was lost
• How the other person lost it
• How you found it
• And how you felt about it.

Sample Part 3 Questions

1. Why do some people like to collect things?
2. What do you like to collect?
3. What are the advantages and disadvantages of collecting things?

Sample Cue Card Answer

I was walking home from the library on a crisp autumn afternoon when I stumbled upon a small, leather-bound book lying on the sidewalk. It was old, with yellowed pages and a cracked cover, but what caught my attention was the inscription on the first page: 'To my dearest Emma, with love, Jack.' I wondered who Emma was, and what story this book held that was so precious to her. As I flipped through the pages, I found notes and annotations in the margins, written in a handwriting that seemed to dance across the paper. It was clear that this book had been treasured by someone, and I felt a pang of responsibility to find its owner.

I took the book to the local coffee shop, where I showed it to the barista, a friend of mine. She took one look at the inscription and said, 'Oh, that's Mrs. Jenkins' book! She's been looking everywhere for it.' It turned out that Mrs. Jenkins was a regular at the coffee shop, and she had been frantically searching for the book, which had been passed down to her from her grandmother. I returned the book to her, and as she hugged it tightly, tears of joy streaming down her face, I realized that I had stumbled upon something much bigger than just a lost book.

As I watched Mrs. Jenkins walk out of the coffee shop, book clutched tightly in her arms, I felt a sense of connection to this stranger. I had found something that was lost, but in doing so, I had also found a sense of community and connection. It was a reminder that even in a world where we're increasingly isolated, we're all connected by the things we lose, and the things we find. And sometimes, it's the smallest, most unexpected discoveries that can have the greatest impact.

Cue Card Answer Key Phrases and Idioms

stumbled upon

to find or discover something by chance

I stumbled upon a great restaurant while exploring the city.

She stumbled upon an old photograph while cleaning out the attic.

a pang of responsibility

a feeling of obligation or duty to do something

I felt a pang of responsibility to help my friend move on the weekend.

She felt a pang of responsibility to finish the project on time.

Sample Part 3 Answers

Why do some people like to collect things? I think people like to collect things because it gives them a sense of connection to the past or to a particular memory. For instance, my grandmother used to collect antique teacups, and every time she'd use one, she'd tell me a story about where she got it and the person she was with. It was like the teacup was a tangible piece of her history, and it brought her joy to relive those moments. I think that's what drives people to collect things - the emotional value it holds, not just the monetary value.

What do you like to collect? You know, I've always been fascinated by old cameras. There's something about the way they look, with their intricate mechanisms and vintage designs, that just draws me in. I love the idea that each camera has a story to tell, and the photos it took are frozen in time. I've been collecting them for years, and every time I find a new one, it's like I'm uncovering a piece of history. I don't just collect them for the sake of collecting; I love the process of researching the camera's history, learning about the photographer who used it, and imagining the stories it could tell.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of collecting things? One advantage of collecting things is that it can be a great way to preserve history and learn about the past. For example, collectors of antique furniture can learn about the craftsmanship and design of a particular era, and even help to restore pieces to their former glory. On the other hand, collecting can also be a disadvantage if it becomes an obsession. I've seen people's homes become cluttered and overwhelming because they just can't stop collecting, and it starts to take over their lives. It's like they're losing themselves in the collection, rather than using it as a way to enrich their lives.

Part 3 Key Phrases and Idioms

a piece of history

something that is a reminder of the past

The old camera was a piece of history that had been lost for decades.

The antique teacup was a piece of history that had been passed down through generations.