How can you be more confident during the speaking exam? Lots of practice Speak with a loud confident voice, even if you are not, as this can itself create confidence Breat – practice controlling your breathing before the exam (WITH a MASK ON) Use powerful body language – this can also create confidence Don’t drink […]
TIP 1 – answer the question directly – do not go off-topic or be philosophical Let’s talk about home. What are the most important points to consider when buying a new home? When house hunting, buyers should consider a few important ideas, such as their budget, the size the home, its location and the quality […]
PART 1 May I see your identification? Yes, of course, here is my passport that I used to register for the exam, I believe you will find my picture and personal details on the third page. What is your full name? (and, what should I call you) My full name is Isabelle Anderson, please just […]
PART 3 Let’s talk about trade and commerce. (international business, export, import…profit, e-commerce, sanctions, revenue, economy) – Word association games are good to develop quick thinking and good lexical resource. Why is it important for countries to trade goods and services with each other? International trade is vital for the prosperity of most people as […]
Consider Part 2 the cornerstone of your speaking interview and your speaking mark! (most important – it is fundamental to part 3 and it is the deciding factor for the higher band scores, 6.5 to 9) You have to maximize your time in Part 2 – no unnecessary language like “thank you for giving me…There […]
Examiner’s Questions May I see your identification? Certainly, here is my id card that I used to register, and it’s a pleasure to meet you. What is your full name? (What should I call you?) My full name is Sandra Lisa McKinley, please just call me by my nickname Sandy. What did you do yesterday? […]
PART 3 – TIP: Answer + Explain + Example Let’s talk about human rights Many countries and people advocate for equal rights among all people, men, women and children. Is this realistic for society to achieve? I do believe that certain fundamental human rights should be the same for all people regardless of age, ethnicity […]
INTRODUCITON (hook – simple fact including the topic! – to catch the readers attention and introduce your essays’ focus point) Controlling juvenile activities at certain times in the day has become necessary in particular regions in the US. (Background, definitions and importance) Therefore, in some states and counties a specific time at which juveniles are […]
No Matter the Speaking Interview Set-up, imagine yourself having a team meeting with a colleague at your company, your are being confident, professional and well-spoken. *You are not both from the same department, you are from different departments, like IT and marketing, so you need to COMPLETELY and CLEARLY express yourself, giving examples when needed. […]
PART 2 A time when I was absolutely terrified was back in mid-May of 2019 when I went on a school fieldtrip to the Indian Ocean with my grade 12 class. I was amazed at the beautiful scenery of Goa Beach with all of the palm trees, the golden sand and the deep blue ocean. […]
