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How long should you speak for speaking part 2?

2 mins

In speaking part 2, how long can you spend planning your answer?

1 minute

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.

Roughly how long should you spend on writing part 1?

20 mins

Spelling mistakes are OK in reading and listening. T/F

False

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.

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.

In writing task 2, how long should you plan for?

about 5 mins

What should you do before you start reading or listening?

Read the questions, predict the answers. Start thinking about possible synonyms.

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.

How long is the writing paper?

60 mins

In writing part 1, how do you know which grammar to use?

Check the dates on the data carefully!

You can choose which three reading texts to answer questions on. T/F

False

What is the minimum word count for writing part 1?

150 words

In speaking part 1, you will be asked to justify your opinions on certain areas. T/F

False. Just personal questions on familiar topics.

When should you use contractions such as I'd / they'll / I've ?

in speaking (not writing)

How long is the reading test?

60 mins

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.

How many listening and reading questions are there?

40 in each skill

In writing part 1, the overview is really important if you want high marks. T/F

True

In speaking part 2 the examiner will tell you when your time is up. T/F

True

How long is the listening test?

30 mins, plus 10 mins (if you take computer based test, no extra 10 mins to transfer answers)

In speaking part 3, what should you do when you give an opinion?

Justify it and give examples.

When should you paraphrase the question?

In both writing tasks and in the speaking too.

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.

You should explain why the trends change in writing part 1. T/F

False. No explanation, speculation, opinions, judgements!

What is the minimum word count for writing part 2?

250 words

There are 3 texts in reading, so spend about 20 mins maximum on each. T/F

True