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IELTS Speaking Test

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    Speaking Test
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  • How long does the full speaking test last?
    11-14 mins
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  • How many parts are there in the speaking test?
    3 different parts
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  • In which part does the candidate answer questions about their life and experiences?
    Part 1 (approx 5 mins)
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  • In which part does the candidate answer questions about more abstract, in-depth topics?
    Part 3 (approx 5 mins)
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  • In which part does the candidate talk for two minutes on a specific topic?
    Part 2 (2 mins plus 1 minute to plan)
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  • Are all of the speaking questions on the same topic or theme?
    No. Parts 2 and 3 may be linked in some way.
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  • What 4 things are you assessed on?
    Pronunication, vocabulary, grammar and fluency/coherence 
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  • Do you need to have specialist, expert ideas?
    No.
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  • What does 'fluency and coherence' mean?
    How natural is your speech? How easy to understand and organised are you? 
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  • Is using a wide range of grammar and vocabulary important?
    Yes, very important.
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  • Do you have any choice in the questions?
    No choice
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  • Is it worth remembering prepared answers?
    Please do not do this!
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