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After speaking part 2, the examiner asks a very short follow up question. T/F
True. You should answer with a short answer - maybe one sentence.
You should explain why the trends change in writing part 1. T/F
False. No explanation, speculation, opinions, judgements!
In writing part 1, how do you know which grammar to use?
Check the dates on the data carefully!
In speaking part 2, how long can you spend planning your answer?
1 minute
When should you use contractions such as I'd / they'll / I've ?
in speaking (not writing)
What is the minimum word count for writing part 2?
250 words
What is the minimum word count for writing part 1?
150 words
If you're not sure what to write, it's fine to just write about the topic in general. T/F
False. You need to answer the specific question.
What will you do before the speaking test begins?
The examiner will check your ID.
Why is reading the first sentence of the paragraph helpful in the reading test?
The topic sentence tells you the content of the paragraph.
If you don't know an answer, just leave it blank as you will lose marks for inaccurate answers. T/F
False. There is no negative scoring.
What should you do before you start reading or listening?
Read the questions, predict the answers. Start thinking about possible synonyms.
There are 3 texts in reading, so spend about 20 mins maximum on each. T/F
True
In writing task 2, how long should you plan for?
about 5 mins
In speaking part 2 the examiner will tell you when your time is up. T/F
True
In speaking part 1, you will be asked to justify your opinions on certain areas. T/F
False. Just personal questions on familiar topics.
In writing part 2, you'll score more highly if you include lots of different points to justify your opinion. T/F
False. Include only 2, maybe 3 points - and develop them fully.
When should you paraphrase the question?
In both writing tasks and in the speaking too.
What should you never do in the essay conclusion?
Add a new idea
In writing part 1, the overview is really important if you want high marks. T/F
True
In the reading, it's important to understand every word of the text. T/F
False
What should you do if you don't know what to say in the speaking test?
You should use phrases to buy some thinking time.
In speaking part 3, what should you do when you give an opinion?
Justify it and give examples.
You can choose which three reading texts to answer questions on. T/F
False
Roughly how long should you spend on writing part 1?
20 mins
How many listening and reading questions are there?
40 in each skill
Spelling mistakes are OK in reading and listening. T/F
False
How long should you speak for speaking part 2?
2 mins
How long is the writing paper?
60 mins
How long is the listening test?
30 mins, plus 10 mins (if you take computer based test, no extra 10 mins to transfer answers)
How long is the reading test?
60 mins
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