For true,false and not given we teach you techniques for extensive reading. How to avoid re- reading and get to the identifiers for True, false and not given.
– Write too many words if your English is average (aim for 250-265) – Use contractions such as “don’t”, “shouldn’t”, etc – Overuse connecting words (assessors expect that!) – Jump from one idea to the next: link, link, link! – Mix arguments “for” and “against” in the same paragraph – Use the wrong tone (essays are always formal) – Use abbreviations – Repeat words or overuse primitive verbs (does, makes, gets) – Cross out many things – Write illegibly – Use idioms too frequently or inappropriately – Write in a babyish manner (bad grammar and poorly developed ideas) – Become a clock victim (constantly look at the clock and panic) – Start writing without a plan – Forget to leave a blank line between paragraphs – Use generalisations (“All”, “Every”) as this reflects an immature way of thinking – Use simple sentences if you want a high score – Use cliches as they are often too informal – Use ‘lazy’ expressions (“and so on”, “etc”). – Copy part of task question – Agre...
The Listening test takes about 40 minutes – 30 minutes to listen to a tape and to answer questions on what you hear, and 10 minutes to transfer your answers to the Answer Sheet. The Reading test takes 1 hour and your task is to read passages of text and answer questions according to what you have read. There are also other types of assignments which I will cover later on in other posts on this website. The Writing test also takes 1 hour and is divided into 2 sub-parts: you are given 20 minutes to write a letter/report and 40 minutes to write an essay. The Speaking test takes up to 15 minutes and consists of 3 parts: a Personal Interview, a Cue Card talk and a Discussion. Learn More!!
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