Speaking
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Writing
Idioms
100

How many parts are there in the IELTS Speaking test?

3

100

What should you do if you don't understand the question?

Ask for clarification

100

How many words must you write for Writing Task 1?

150 minimum

100

What does "piece of cake" mean?

Very easy

200

Approximately how long does Part 3 last?

3-5 minutes

200

Give two phrases for expressing an opinion.

In my opinion

I think

I believe

From my viewpoint


200

Name three essay types on Writing Task 2.

Opinion

Advantage/Disadvantage

Problem/Solution

Discussion

200

Finish the idiom: "The ball is in your _______."

court

300

True or False: The examiner gives your score immediately.

False

300

Is it okay to change your opinion during your answer?

Yes, if you explain why.

300

True or False: You can use data in the overview paragraph.

False

300

What does "kill two birds with one stone" mean?

You accomplish two things through one action.

400

Which part of the Speaking test is the most abstract?

Part 3

400

Why do examiners ask follow-up questions?

To assess how well you develop ideas and discuss abstract topics.

400

What word should you use in your overview?

"Overall,"

400

Finish the idiom: "Don't count your chickens before they ______."

hatch

500

Name the four criteria used to score IELTS Speaking.

  • Fluency & Coherence
  • Lexical Resource
  • Grammatical Range & Accuracy
  • Pronunciation 
500

Name three ways to extend an answer.

  • give reasons
  • examples
  • comparisons
  • consequences
  • future predictions
500

True or False: You must spend 20 minutes on Writing Task 1.

False. You can spend your time on whichever task you'd like.

500

What idiom could be used here: Your friend keeps making an argument worse by getting angry and talking about more problems.

Add fuel to the fire