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    IELTS SPEAKING INTRODUCTION

    3 PARTS OF THE TEST


    -11 TO 14 MINUTES OVERALL
    -TIMING IS VERY STRICT
    -PART 1: 4 TO 5 MINUTES
    -PART 2: 3 TO 4 MINUTES
    -PART 3: 4 TO 5 MINUTES

    SCORING SYSTEM
    4 SEPARATE SCORES; 25% EACH
    1. Fluency and coherence
    2. Vocabulary (Lexical resource)
    3. Grammatical range and accuracy
    4. Pronunciation

    OVERAL ADVICE

    -Be ready
    -Know what to expect
    -Know that the examiner expects from you
    -Natural language, not difficult language
    -Answer as quickly as you can

    Don’t worry about


    -Body language
    - eye contact
    -the quality of your ideas
    -whether the examiner agrees with you
    -Presentation skills
    -Examiner’s behaviors

    Aims of this course


    -Give you a method/ methods for the three parts of the test
    -Prepare topics and common questions
    FOUR CRITERIA
    GRAMMATICAL RANGE AND ACCURACY

    Describe a long car journey you have been on

    You should say:


    When it was
    Where you went
    What you saw/did
    And explain how you felt on the journey

    USING THE PAST SIMPLE

    I would like to talk about a trip I took with my friends to the beach. My friends and I decided to go to
    the beach after our graduation from university since we all love swimming. One of our friends has a
    car, and it’s big enough for the four of us. We always love to travel by car rather than public transport
    since being in a car means we can stop anytime we want.

    We prepared a lot of food for the journey and for a picnic when we got there. We made sandwiches
    and salads, as well as cut up lots of fresh fruit. We also had some fish and meat because we wanted to
    have a barbecue on the beach. While traveling, we stopped to eat and told stories while eating. We
    knew that we had to wake up early during the trip as it would take us many hours to reach the coast.
    This particular beach is stunningly beautiful so that is why we chose to go there. There is also a hotel
    nearby so if we wanted to stay longer, we could just go to the nearby hotel.

    We travelled for four hours, and when we arrived, the sun was just rising. It was breathtakingly
    beautiful. We had the whole beach to ourselves as we were the first people on the beach. We
    enjoyed walking on the sand, and when it became hot, we swam in the water.

    **IMPROVE YOUR GRAMMATICAL RANGE**

    **In the IELTS public band descriptors for IELTS band 6 for Grammatical Range and Accuracy
    (Grammar) it states:**

    - **uses a mix of simple and complex structures**

    **And for Band 7:**

    - **uses a range of complex structures**

    **One way to increase your range is to use 'used to'...**

    1. Do you read a newspaper or read news online? Why?


    A few years ago, I used to read a newspaper because my parents used to buy one everyday.
    Nowadays, however, I usually read news online, as it’s cheaper and more up-to-date.

    Used to = used to + infinitive

    PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS


    ---

    **PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS**

    **Examiner:** How long **have you been living** here?


    **Student:** I **have been living** here for about three years.

    **Examiner:** Do you work or are you a student?


    **Student:** I am a student. I am studying economics. I **have been studying** this subject for the
    last two years.

    **Examiner:** Can you play any musical instruments?


    **Student:** Yes, I am learning to play the piano. I **have been playing** this instrument for the
    past five years.

    **Examiner:** How long **have you been learning** English?


    **Student:** I **have been trying** to learn English for the past few years, but it is only this last year
    that I **have been focusing** on it properly.

    FLUENCY AND COHERENCE

    USING DISCOURSE MARKERS

    ---

    **USING DISCOURSE MARKERS**

    **Discourse markers** are often referred to as **linking words** or **connectives**. They are the
    'glue' that connects together a piece of speaking or writing. They also indicate to the reader or
    listener the direction that the speaking or writing is going.

    ![A signpost with words like "Interestingly...", "Conversely...", and "And yet..."]

    *Examiners are listening for them for your Fluency and Coherence band score, which is 25% of your
    overall grade!*

    **PHRASES TO USE TO ADD EXTRA INFORMATION**

    - **In fact...**
    - *David Beckham is incredibly famous in the UK. In fact, he is legendary in all corners of the globe.*

    - **In actual fact...**


    - *I’m pretty sure I wouldn’t like to be famous. In actual fact, I’m certain, I’d absolutely hate it.*

    - **As a matter of fact...**


    - *Kids are obsessed with pointless celebrities. As a matter of fact, the most famous people in the
    world right now are social media stars.*

    ---

    **PART 3 – FLUENCY AND COHERENCE**

    1. **What are the advantages of living in a city or big town?**


    - *Oh, well, I guess there are a number of advantages of residing in a city or town. First and
    foremost, there is access to local facilities. Not only do you have access to local shops, but also to the
    larger shopping malls in the city centre. Another significant benefit is that the transport infrastructure
    is better. For example, you can take public transport to work instead of using your car. A final
    advantage worth mentioning is that the nightlife is significantly better than in rural areas. For
    instance, you can go to the cinema or the theatre in urban areas. As a matter of fact, such activities
    are almost non-existent in rural locations.*

    LEXICAL RESOURCE (VOCAB)

    USE PARAPHRASE EFFECTIVELY


    My hometown is nice. It’s big and very nice. I really like it.

    Stunning,Marvelous, Awesome,Incredible,Spectacular.

    Do you agree that living in cities is better than in a rural areas?

    Useful phrases for IELTS to say how much you agree or disagree with something.

    I couldn’t agree more


    I wholeheartedly agree
    I agree to a great extent
    I agree to some extent
    I completely disagree

    Here are eight alternatives to "very" that you can use with adjectives, along with example sentences
    related to familiar IELTS topics:

    1. **Extremely**
    - **Example**: The weather in the summer can be *extremely* hot in my hometown.

    2. **Remarkably**
    - **Example**: The library was *remarkably* quiet, making it an ideal place to study.

    3. **Incredibly**
    - **Example**: The view from the top of the mountain was *incredibly* beautiful.
    -

    4. **Exceptionally**
    - **Example**: The service at the restaurant was *exceptionally* good, and I would definitely
    recommend it.

    5. **Particularly**
    - **Example**: I find this book *particularly* interesting because it relates to my field of study.

    6. **Awfully**
    - **Example**: The traffic in the city can be *awfully* frustrating during rush hour.

    7. **Tremendously**
    - **Example**: I was *tremendously* impressed by the efficiency of the public transport system in
    Tokyo.
    -

    8. **Unbelievably**
    - **Example**: The cost of living in some cities is *unbelievably* high.
    Here are some phrases to express "I don't know," along with IELTS-oriented questions and answers:

    1. **I'm not sure**


    - **Question**: What are the benefits of learning a foreign language at a young age?
    - **Answer**: *I'm not sure*, but I think it might help children develop better cognitive skills.

    2. **I can't say for certain**


    - **Question**: How will technology impact job opportunities in the future?
    - **Answer**: *I can't say for certain*, but it's likely that automation will change the types of jobs
    available.

    3. **I have no idea**


    - **Question**: What are the main reasons people choose to live in big cities?
    - **Answer**: *I have no idea*, but maybe it's because of better job prospects and amenities.

    4. **It’s hard to say**


    - **Question**: Why do some people prefer online shopping to traditional shopping?
    - **Answer**: *It’s hard to say*, but perhaps they find it more convenient.

    5. **I don’t really know**


    - **Question**: How does advertising influence people’s buying decisions?
    - **Answer**: *I don’t really know*, but I guess it might make products more appealing.

    6. **I’m not exactly sure**


    - **Question**: What are the most significant environmental issues facing the world today?
    - **Answer**: *I’m not exactly sure*, but climate change and pollution are probably at the top of
    the list.

    7. **I’m not entirely certain**


    - **Question**: Why do people engage in extreme sports?
    - **Answer**: *I’m not entirely certain*, but they might be looking for a thrill or challenge.

    8. **I can’t really say**


    - **Question**: How will the education system change in the next 10 years?
    - **Answer**: *I can’t really say*, but I think there will be more emphasis on technology in
    classrooms.

    Here are some collocations similar to "to be snowed under with," along with their definitions and
    examples:

    ### 1. **To be snowed under with**


    - **Definition**: To be overwhelmed with a large amount of work or tasks.
    - **Example**: I’ve been *snowed under with* assignments this week, so I haven’t had time to
    relax.
    - *IELTS Topic*: Work and Study

    ### 2. **To be pressed for time**


    - **Definition**: To have very little time available.
    - **Example**: I’m always *pressed for time* in the mornings because I have to get to work by 8
    a.m.
    - *IELTS Topic*: Daily Routines

    ### 3. **To be in over your head**


    - **Definition**: To be involved in a situation that is too difficult to handle.
    - **Example**: He’s *in over his head* with this project and might need some help to finish it.
    - *IELTS Topic*: Work and Challenges
    ### 4. **To take its toll on**
    - **Definition**: To have a negative impact or cause harm over time.
    - **Example**: The long hours at work have *taken their toll on* her health.
    - *IELTS Topic*: Health and Work

    ### 5. **To cut corners**


    - **Definition**: To do something in the easiest, cheapest, or quickest way, often sacrificing quality.
    - **Example**: The company decided to *cut corners* on safety measures to save money, which
    led to several accidents.
    - *IELTS Topic*: Business Ethics

    ### 6. **To run out of steam**


    - **Definition**: To lose energy or enthusiasm for something.
    - **Example**: After working non-stop for hours, I *ran out of steam* and had to take a break.
    - *IELTS Topic*: Work and Energy

    ### 7. **To be a far cry from**


    - **Definition**: To be very different from something.
    - **Example**: Life in the countryside is *a far cry from* the hustle and bustle of the city.
    - *IELTS Topic*: City vs. Countryside

    ### 8. **To hit the nail on the head**


    - **Definition**: To describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem.
    - **Example**: When she said that the company’s issues were due to poor management, she *hit
    the nail on the head*.
    - *IELTS Topic*: Problem-Solving in Business

    Here are some idioms to describe people, along with their definitions and examples:

    ### 1. **A charismatic leader**


    - **Definition**: A person who has a magnetic personality and inspires others.
    - **Example**: The new CEO is *a charismatic leader* who has quickly gained the trust of the entire
    company.
    - *IELTS Topic*: Leadership

    ### 2. **Full of beans**


    - **Definition**: Very lively, energetic, and enthusiastic.
    - **Example**: The children were *full of beans* after the birthday party, running around and
    playing games.
    - *IELTS Topic*: Childhood

    ### 3. **A dark horse**


    - **Definition**: Someone who keeps their talents and abilities hidden, but later reveals them
    unexpectedly.
    - **Example**: No one expected her to win the competition, but she turned out to be *a dark
    horse* and surprised everyone.
    - *IELTS Topic*: Competitions

    ### 4. **A people person**


    - **Definition**: Someone who enjoys being with and is good at interacting with others.
    - **Example**: As *a people person*, she excels in her job as a customer service manager.
    - *IELTS Topic*: Jobs and Careers

    ### 5. **A couch potato**


    - **Definition**: Someone who spends a lot of time sitting or lying down, often watching TV.
    - **Example**: After a long week at work, he became *a couch potato* over the weekend,
    watching movies all day.
    - *IELTS Topic*: Leisure Activities

    ### 6. **The life and soul of the party**


    - **Definition**: A person who is very lively and entertaining at social gatherings.
    - **Example**: Sarah is always *the life and soul of the party*, making everyone laugh with her
    stories.
    - *IELTS Topic*: Social Events

    ### 7. **A tough cookie**


    - **Definition**: Someone who is strong, determined, and not easily intimidated.
    - **Example**: Despite the challenges she faced in her career, she remained *a tough cookie* and
    never gave up.
    - *IELTS Topic*: Personal Qualities

    ### 8. **A wet blanket**


    - **Definition**: A person who spoils the fun for others by being negative or dull.
    - **Example**: He’s such *a wet blanket*; whenever we suggest something fun, he always finds a
    reason to say no.
    - *IELTS Topic*: Social Dynamics

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