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What does the examiner provide you with at the start of IELTS Speaking Part 2?
A cue card
What is the first thing you should do in your IELTS Speaking Part 2 response to give the examiner a clear idea of what you will talk about?"
Introducing the topic
What is the time limit for preparing your answer when given a cue card in IELTS Speaking Part 2?
1 minute
How many bullet points are typically provided on an IELTS Speaking Part 2 cue card?
Four
How much time do test takers have to speak about the cue card topic in IELTS Speaking Part 2?
2 minutes
What should you always do when speaking in Part 2
Talk about the main topic
What is the main goal when speaking for two minutes in IELTS Speaking Part 2?
To speak fluently and coherently about the given topic
why does fluency and coherence weigh most?
In everyday communication, people are expected to speak fluently and coherently. Whether in social interactions, academic discussions, or professional settings, the ability to express oneself smoothly and logically is essential.
What is the primary speaking skill assessed during the two-minute long turn in IELTS Speaking Part 2?
Fluency and coherence
What is the intended purpose of the bullet points on the cue card in IELTS Speaking Part 2, and why might this be misunderstood by students?
They are designed to help guide the candidate's response, but most students believe they must speak about all of them, which can hinder their performance.
What are the examiners judging during Speaking Part 2 besides fluency and coherence?
The other three criteria (lexical resource, grammatical range and accuracy, pronunciation)
How can you begin your speech if you want to describe a novel you've recently read?"
I’m going to tell you about a fascinating novel that I read not so long ago.
What specific question about the actor/actress do you need to answer when describing a film character you admire?
Who this actor/actress is
What is a useful phrase to start your talk when describing a book you've recently read?"
I’d like to talk about a..
How should candidates approach the bullet points on the cue card during IELTS Speaking Part 2 to maximize their fluency and coherence?
They can choose to speak about the bullet points they feel comfortable with and ignore the rest.
What phrase can you use to introduce a surprising identity of someone when describing a person
None other than
Why do most students believe they must speak about all four bullet points on the cue card?
They think it's required, but it hinders them.
Lexical resources also means
vocabulary
What should you do with the bullet points on the cue card if they don't help you speak fluently?
Ignore them
f you are not comfortable with the topic, what phrase can you use to transition into a related topic you are comfortable with?
Although I'm not particularly interested in..., I can tell you about...
What structure can you use to describe an event, such as getting lost or being bored?
Describe a time when...
What should you avoid doing when speaking about bullet points you're not comfortable with?
Forcing yourself to talk about them
What is the main goal when speaking for two minutes in IELTS Speaking Part 2?
To speak fluently and coherently about the given topic
What can you say if you don't like the topic given on the cue card?
To be honest, I am not a big fan of...
How can you elaborate on why you are interested in a particular activity or topic?
What draws me to... is...