VOCAB
A word meaning “reasonable; based on facts or logic.”
justifiable
Fix the sentence: “The information are confusing.”
The information is confusing.
What does “implied meaning” refer to?
Meaning not directly said.
What does “tone” mean?
The author’s attitude.
What should you do if you blank out?
Use fillers (“Let me think…”) and continue.
A word meaning “to improve something gradually over time.”
Refine
Choose correct: “Neither the students nor the teacher ___ ready.”
a. are
b. is
is
If a speaker sighs before answering, what might that indicate?
Frustration, tiredness, hesitation.
Identify the purpose of this sentence:
“However, recent research disagrees with this idea.”
Introduces a contrast
What makes a strong Speaking Task 2 response?
Clear recommendation + two reasons.
A word meaning “carefully examining details.”
meticulous
Change to reported speech:
She said, “I will help you tomorrow.”
She said she would help me the next day.
A professor says: “You might want to check chapter 3 before the quiz.”
What does he mean?
It’s important; a strong suggestion.
If a passage lists 3 examples, what question type should you expect?
Detail or examples.
Why should you avoid memorized answers?
They sound unnatural; score decreases.
A word that means “causing a strong emotional impact.”
powerful / moving / impactful
Identify the error:
“If I would have time, I would join the activity.”
Use had → “If I had time…”
A woman says: “Well… that’s one way to see it.”
What tone is this?
Polite disagreement.
What reading skill is needed to understand:
“Urban noise poses challenges, yet it also stimulates creativity.”
Recognizing contrast.
Name a strategy to sound more fluent.
Linking words (and, so, because, also).
Provide a synonym for “feasible” that fits academic writing.
practical, possible, achievable
Rewrite using a passive structure:
“People believe the plan will succeed.”
The plan is believed to succeed.
If two speakers repeat the same detail twice, what should the listener infer?
It’s important; likely answer-related.
What does “the findings were inconclusive” imply?
The results were unclear / no final answer.
What must you include in the academic speaking task?
Reading main idea + listening details + connection.