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Last month, I uploaded a Band 8 Mock Speaking Test with my friend Rashmi.
Since I posted it, my team has received hundreds of comments and emails letting us know how Rashmi could have done even better in Part 1!
Some of you offered excellent advice, but a lot of you also seemed confused or misinformed about what the IELTS examiner needs to see...
This video will help to clear your confusion by showing you the level of pronunciation, fluency, grammar and vocabulary you NEED to have if you wish to score a Band 7, 8 or 9 in IELTS Speaking Part 1.
We’ll cover:
- My Tips For IELTS Speaking Part 1
- Part 1 Sample Answer
- Feedback and Further Advice
Watch until the end to see the detailed feedback I’ll give Rashmi on the four criteria the examiners will use to mark your IELTS Speaking test:
1. Pronunciation
2. Lexical Resource
3. Grammatical Range and Accuracy
4. Fluency and Coherence
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Chris’ Top Tips for IELTS Speaking Part 1:
💥 The questions will all be about you.
You shouldn't prepare memorised answers because you should already know how to talk about yourself.
💥 Don’t keep your answers too short.
Short answers do not give the examiners enough information. You can extend your answers by giving explanations or examples that help support your view.
💥 Don’t make your answers too long.
If you give a very long answer to a simple question, it can sound unnatural and may even sound like you are giving a memorised answer. Try to aim for 2-3 sentences for each response.
💥 Relax.
Try to approach the test the same way you would if you were talking to a real person, not an examiner or a computer. The more you talk like a human being, the more natural you
will sound and the higher your score will be in Part 1 of IELTS Speaking.
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What to expect in the IELTS speaking test:
🎙️ Part 1 is all about YOU.
The examiner will ask you everyday questions about your life. Common topics for IELTS Speaking Part 1 include your job or studies, your hometown and your family. This will last around 4 minutes.
📄 Part 2 is sometimes called the ‘long turn’.
The examiner will give you a cue card with a given topic on it, alongside key points for you to discuss. You will also be given 1 minute to make some notes and prepare your answer and then you will be asked to speak for up to 2 minutes.
💡 Part 3 is more abstract.
This is your opportunity to develop your answers and discuss the issues brought up by the examiner. This section will be related to the topic you discussed in Part 2 and usually lasts 4-5 minutes.
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Your questions answered:
❓Will using lots of idioms and phrasal verbs boost my score?
📚 Idioms and phrasal verbs can help boost your score for vocabulary… BUT ONLY IF YOU USE THEM CORRECTLY. Vocabulary is 25% of your total score for the speaking test - do NOT lower it by using idioms or phrasal verbs that you don’t fully understand :(
❓ Will my body language or appearance affect my IELTS Speaking score?
📚No, your body language and appearance are NOT important in the IELTS exam. They might help you feel more confident, but the IELTS examiner can’t examine anything other than your pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, fluency and coherence.
❓ Is it possible for me to score a Band 8?
📚 Yes! However, the average IELTS score is 5.5, so you need to work EXTRA hard to get a Band 8.
❓ Can I do a mock IELTS Speaking test?
📚 Yes, all of my students now get 2 full mock speaking tests with an IELTS teacher when they join my VIP Course. The course is CLOSED at the moment, but you can join the Waiting List here: bit.ly/2krScLE
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Chris Pell