English Lesson

IELTS - Reading, Listening and Speaking

What is the main idea of each paragraph?

Why is artificial intelligence important?

Should governments regulate artificial intelligence?

How has artificial intelligence changed our lives?

How will artificial intelligence impact our lives in the future compared to its impact now?

Speaking

Don't memorise answers.

Don't use big and unfamiliar words.

Don't worry about your accent.

Extend your answers.

Vary the stress and intonation to add emphasis.

Gesture with your hands, it helps with the conversation.

Practice common topic answers.

Pause to think ...

Taken from: https://ielts.idp.com/uae/prepare/article-10-tips-ielts-speaking

Transitioning

The examiner will ask you some questions to get to know how is your English proficiency. 

Sometimes the questions will not have a sequence with the previous one.

Transitioning is important to us, because we need to articulate our speech.

Linking words

Linking words

According to Collins Dictionary a linking word is a word which shows a connection between clauses or sentences.

Formal linking words are not for simple questions!

This kind of words, in the speaking task, help the listener to understand better.

They are part of the "Fluency and Coherence" criterion.

Taken from: https://ieltsliz.com/linking-words-for-ielts-speaking/

Contrasting and concessions

Causes and solutions

Being clear

But - On the other hand - While - Although - Or

I guess it's because - The main reason is - It was caused by - I suppose the best way to deal with this problem is - The best way to solve this is

What I mean is - What I want to say is - As I was saying

Let's talk about Loop

You will have 5 minutes to prepare a short oral review about Loop. Your presentation should have:

-An introduction where you present some information about the director and production of the shot film.

-Brief summary.

-Should Loop would be relevant to cinematographic industry?

-Your opinion.

University

How do you imagine your university life?

What are some of the things you need to do to apply for college and succeed in your studies at that level?

What are the potential benefits of getting an online degree?

Application letter for university!

What type of information should I include?

Write down all the new words you've learnt.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of taking a gap year?