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Describe a Special Cake You Received From Others
Cue card
You should say:
- When it happened
- Where it happened
- Who you got the cake from
- And explain why it’s a special cake
Sample Answer 1
I’d like to talk about a special cake that I received from my best friend, Lisa. It happened last year during my birthday party at her house. Lisa knew how much I love desserts, so she surprised me with a homemade cake that she made herself. When she brought it out, I was so surprised and touched because it was exactly what I would have wanted.
The cake was a chocolate one with a unique design. It had my favorite colors and even a little message written on top. Lisa said she spent hours baking and decorating it, and that made me feel really special because it showed how much effort she put into making my day memorable. The cake was not only beautiful but also delicious, and everyone at the party loved it.
Receiving this cake wasn’t just about enjoying a sweet treat, and it was about the thought and care behind it. It made me realize how lucky I am to have such a thoughtful friend. Even though it’s just a cake, it holds a lot of meaning for me. It’s not just a dessert but a symbol of our bond and the memories we’ve shared.
Sample Answer 2
Being a big-time food fanatic, I love tasting mouth-watering delicacies. As far as desserts are concerned, I have a liking for cake. Although I have tasted cake numerous times, the one I had savored during my last birthday was special, and I enjoyed that the most.
During my last birthday, the world was going through the second wave of the Corona pandemic. Due to that, my city was in a state of lockdown. There is no denying this conviction that a birthday party is incomplete without cake. So on my birthday, my friends baked a cake for me at our home. As going out was not an option for us. So, my sister made the cake by using the ingredients available at home.
First, she baked the bread, and for that, she used whole wheat flour. For the icing on the cake, she made whipped cream from milk. And she further garnished the cake with Choco chips and fruits. I liked the cake because my friends baked it out of love and affection for me. Despite being newbies at cooking, they did tremendous hard work, and after watching umpteen videos on YouTube, they baked a mouth-watering cake for me.
As it was her first attempt, I was apprehensive regarding the taste of the cake. However, to my surprise, it was far beyond my expectation. And the smile my friends had on their faces after getting accolades from me would always remain etched in my memories. In totality, that is the best cake I have ever tasted in my life.
Part 3
1. What are the differences between special food made in Vietnam and other countries?
I think food is a big part of Vietnamese culture and we love to prepare big feasts on special occasions. I think the difference between special food in Vietnam and other countries is that it’s mostly vegetarian. Secondly, there is high use of spices in Vietnamese food, even some desserts have spices.
3. Why are some people willing to spend a lot of money on meals on special days?
I think it’s because a lot of family members and relatives are together during these days and having special meals makes such events more memorable. I think festivals, in general, make us happier and because of the good mood, we don’t mind spending a bit extra on the holidays.
3. Do you think it’s good to communicate when eating with your family?
I think it’s one of the best times to communicate with family members. First, when having food, we are in a better mood, so we are less likely to get into arguments. In addition, people are free during this time, so the communication can we without any distraction.
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