Used to connect something you're describing to a familiar object or memory, showing a personal association.
“It reminds me of the strange gadget my grandmother used to keep in her kitchen drawer.”
“Honestly, it reminds me of a small alien creature with big round eyes.”
Adding a personal comparison like 'it reminds me of...' in Task 8 makes your description more vivid and natural, which is rewarded under Vocabulary and Coherence. It's also a great way to fill time smoothly while you decide how to continue describing the object. Try to follow it with a specific detail rather than a vague comparison.
Synonyms: makes me think of, is reminiscent of, brings to mind