Describe Something that You Did with Someone/ a Group of People

Describe Something that You Did with Someone/ a Group of People

• What Was It?
• Who Did You Do It With?
• How Long Did It Take You to Do This?
• And Explain Why You Did It Together?

Okay, so a really fantastic thing I did with a group of people… this just happened last year, and it was one of the most fun experiences of my life. It was a dance performance that I did with all my cousins and close friends for my elder cousin’s wedding.

You know how in Punjab, we have the “big fat wedding,” and the Sangeet night, or Jaago ceremony, is the most critical function for all the young people. So, this was in November, and the wedding was in Ludhiana. My cousin, the bride, is very close to all of us. We decided that we wouldn’t just do the usual, random dancing on the DJ floor. We decided to prepare a proper, fully choreographed 15-minute dance medley as a surprise gift for her.

The group was huge. It was about 12 of us—all the cousins, plus a few of our best friends who are like family. It was a perfect mix of guys and girls.

Now, the performance itself was just one night, but the process… my god, that’s the real story! It took us three solid weeks of practice. We’re not professional dancers, so it was complete chaos at first. We would all meet up at my uncle’s house every evening around 7 PM after college or work. We’d take over their entire living room.

We hired a local choreographer for the first few days to teach us the steps. We had so many arguments about which songs to choose! But in the end, we had a perfect mix. We started with a slow, romantic Bollywood song, then moved to a popular Punjabi track, and then… the grand finale. This is where we did it together. The guys performed a full, high-energy Bhangra, and the girls performed a beautiful, traditional Giddah. And for the last song, we all came together.

The reason we had to do it together was that, first, you cannot do Bhangra or Giddah alone. It’s a group sport; it’s about community and energy. But more than that, it was our way of showing our love. Those three weeks of practice… we were laughing, shouting, sweating, making mistakes. It was the best bonding experience.

When we finally performed, we were so nervous. But the moment the music started, and our families started cheering and whistling… the energy was just electric. We absolutely set the stage on fire. It was a perfect moment, and it was only possible because we did it as a team.

Part 3 Questions: Describe Something that You Did with Someone/ a Group of People

Question 1: How do you get along with your neighbours?

Oh, I get along with them very well. Here in Moga, it’s not like a big, anonymous city like Delhi or Mumbai. We live in a proper colony where everyone has known each other for years. We’re very friendly; we exchange greetings every day, we stop to chat. If my mom makes something special, like Gajar ka Halwa in the winter, she will always send a bowl over. We might not be best friends, but there’s a strong sense of community.

Question 2: How do neighbours help each other?

In so many small but important ways. The most common thing is just keeping an eye on the house. If we go on vacation for a week, we give our spare key to our neighbour. They’ll water the plants, collect our mail, and just make sure everything is okay. If you run out of something small, like sugar or milk, you can just go and ask. And, of course, in any family emergency, like a medical issue, your neighbours are the first people who will run to help, even before your relatives can arrive.

Question 3: Do you think neighbours help each other more often in the countryside than in the city?

Yes, 100%. In the countryside, or in a village (pind), the community is everything. People aren’t just neighbours; they are like family. They participate in each other’s weddings, funerals, and harvests. The social bond is much, much stronger. In a big city, many people don’t even know the name of the person living in the next apartment. Life is too fast, too individualistic, and too anonymous. So, helping each other is definitely more common in the countryside.

Question 4: How do children learn to cooperate?

Children learn cooperation in two main ways. First, at home, by watching their parents. They see how their parents share work, how they cooperate as a family to get things done. Parents also teach them directly, by making them share their toys with their siblings or cousins. The second and most important place is school. When a teacher gives them a group project or makes them play a team sport, like football or Kabaddi, they are forced to learn. They learn that if they don’t pass the ball, the team can’t win.

Question 5: Do parents think parents should teach children to cooperate with others? How? (Assuming the question means: “Do parents think they should teach children…?”)

Yes, absolutely. In India, it’s a very important value. We call it ‘mil-jul ke rehna’ (living together cooperatively). Parents know it’s their duty. They teach this, first, by example, by cooperating with their own family and neighbours. But they also do it actively. They encourage their kids to play outside with other neighbourhood children. They host playdates. They scold a child who is being selfish with their toys. They emphasize the importance of family and sharing, so cooperation becomes a natural habit.

Question 6: Do you think it’s important for children to learn about cooperation?

It’s not just important; it’s one of the most essential life skills. No one in this world succeeds alone. From school to the workplace, you are always part of a team. A child who can’t cooperate will struggle to make friends, will be difficult to work with, and will find life much harder. Cooperation teaches them patience, empathy, how to communicate, and how to compromise. It’s the basic building block of a good society.

Question 7: How does not cooperating with others affect the children?

Arre, it affects them very badly. A child who doesn’t cooperate is often seen as selfish or arrogant by other kids. They will be socially isolated. Other children won’t want to play with them or include them in their groups. This can lead to a lot of loneliness and sadness for the child. As they grow older, this problem becomes bigger. In a job, they will be the “difficult” employee that nobody wants on their team, which will seriously harm their career.

Question 8: What are the benefits of group learning for the students?

Group learning is fantastic. First, it teaches kids different perspectives. When you study alone, you only have your one idea. In a group, you hear four or five different ways to solve the same problem. Second, it builds communication skills. You have to learn how to explain your idea clearly and how to listen to others. It also teaches them how to manage conflicts and work together. The students who are a bit shy often open up more in a small group than in front of the whole class.