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IELTS SPEAKING TEST INFORMATION
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- How will the speaking test be marked
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4 IELTS SPEAKING TEST INFORMATION ● How many parts are there to the speaking test? There are 3 parts. There is an interview, a talk, and a discussion with the examiner. ● How long does the speaking test take? It takes a total of 11-14 minutes. Part 1 is 4-5 minutes, part 2 is 3-4 minutes and part 3 is 4-5 minutes. ● How will the speaking test be marked? You will be marked on fluency, vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation. Each one accounts for 25% of your mark. ● How many questions will I be asked? You will be asked 12 questions in part 1 (based on 3 different topics) and in part 3, you will be asked 5 more questions – it depends on the length of your answer. Try to aim for long detailed answers in part 3. ● Do I need to talk for 2 minutes in part 2? In part 2, you must talk for between 1-2 minutes. I recommend you aim for 1.5-2 minutes which will show a good level of fluency and the ability to speak at length. However, if you are not a confident speaker, don’t try to push it too far and just aim for slightly over 1 minute. ● What happens if I continue talking past 2 minutes in part 2? The examiner will control the time very strictly in your test. The examiner will stop you when you reach 2 minutes. ● Can I choose my topic to talk about in part 2? No, the examiner will give you a topic card which contains a list of prompts. You cannot change the topic the examiner gives you. ● Do I need to follow the prompts on the cue card in speaking part 2? No, you don’t have to. It’s not compulsory. However, I recommend that you do follow the prompts because they offer a good structure for your talk. ● What is the difference between part 1 and part 3 in the speaking test? Part 1 is like an interview. The examiner will ask you short answer questions on common topics relating to your life or your country. In part 3, it is more similar to a discussion. The examiner will ask you about world issues or broader, more complex questions. In part 3, your answers should be longer and more detailed. ● Should I give examples in my answers? Yes, it is very useful to do that, particularly in part 3 when you need to give longer, more detailed answers. ● What can I do if I don’t understand the question? In speaking part 1, you can ask the examiner to repeat the question, but the examiner can’t explain it or help you. In part 2, the examiner will give you a topic and you can’t change it. In part 3, you can ask the examiner to explain the question, just say “I’m sorry could you explain that, please?” ● Will I get a lower score if I ask the examiner to repeat the question? No, it will not affect your score. However, only do this two or three times and no more. ● What can I do if I don’t have any ideas for the answer in part 3? It sometimes happens that you are asked a question for which you have no ideas. Here is an example, “how do you think space exploration benefits mankind?” if you get a question but you have no ideas for the answer, you can say “To be honest, I’ve never really thought about it before. I guess there are 5 benefits to space exploration, but I can’t say what they are.” this answer is still good. You are still using a range of good language. ● Why did the examiner interrupt my answer? It is possible for the examiner to interrupt your answer and not let you finish. There are three main reasons why this might happen. Firstly, there is a time limit and the examiner must move on to the next question. Secondly, the examiner is satisfied with the language in your answer and wants to move quickly to a new question which tests another part of your English. Thirdly, your answer has gone off topic and the examiner wants to start a new question. So, if the examiner interrupts your answer, don’t worry about it. Just focus on the next question and answer confidently. ● Can I ask the examiner for his/her opinion? No! This is a language test, the examiner wants to hear your opinion and your English. ● Should I correct my mistakes when I am speaking? It is ok to correct some mistakes but make sure it doesn’t affect your fluency. Every time you stop speaking to correct a mistake, it will affect your fluency score. So, mostly just ignore your mistakes and keep talking. ● What should I wear for my speaking test? You can wear whatever you want. This is not a formal interview. It is only an informal speaking test. Wear clothes that you are most comfortable in. Take an extra layer of clothes in case it is cold. ● Can I use body language in my test? The examiner is only interested in hearing your English language. It is your choice if you want to use body language or not. It is important that you are relaxed and talk naturally during the test. Download 245.55 Kb. Do'stlaringiz bilan baham: |
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