3-step prep
1st step: selection
4 points: features/expandable/lie/ignore adjective
Use a discourse marker which has the function of generalizing
Generally, broadly speaking, as a rule, on the whole, it is often said that..., in most cases, the vast majority of, a small minority of
What does "breaking the mold" mean?
Doing something in a very different way to how it’s usually done.
What is the 2nd step of the 3-step preparation method?
2nd step: vocab
Use a discourse marker indicating opinion/attitude
Unfortunately, however, actually, to be honest, definitely, essentially, frankly, basically, clearly, I'm afraid, if you ask me, sadly, thankfully, in fact, seriously, as a matter of fact
What is a "work of art"?
A painting, sculpture, or other design with aesthetic qualities
What kind of vocab should you note down for your part 2 topic? In which way should you write your vocab in your notes?
Vocab that's directly related to the topic. It's best to have as many uncommon words and idioms as possible. You should write all vocab shorthand.
Use a discourse marker expression to introduce the 1st talking point of a part 2 response
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What does "a picture's worth a thousand words" mean?
pictures can express more feeling and detail at times than words could.
What's the 3rd step in the 3-step preparation method? What are the advantages of this step (why is it important to do it)?
3rd step: grammar points
You should analyze and note down the grammar points for each talking point. This is a simple but critical step in reducing the amount of simple mistakes most students make during their speeches.
Use a discourse marker expression to introduce the last talking point of a part 2 response
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What does "all that glitters isn't gold" mean?
just because something is shiny or looks valuable, that doesn’t mean it actually is valuable.
When using the part 2 templates, do we use this template to replace our notes?
No, the template is a style of thinking, not note-taking. You should use the information from your templates and put it in your notes in an organized way.
What are discourse markers and why does your teacher make such a big deal about using them?
Discourse markers are words or phrases that we use to manage what we say or write or to express attitude. They are also quite helpful in building a well-organized answer and orienting your listener as you speak. They are critical to use if you want to get band 7 or higher in vocab/grammar sections!
What do you need to do to get a band 7 or higher in the vocab section of the speaking test?
Use less-common, unique words, discourse markers, and as many idiomatic phrases as you can.