Three Band 8 Techniques in IELTS Speaking Part 2
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What makes a good reader? While reading a lot helps, it’s important to develop your learners’ strategies for reading effectively. Cambridge English Qualifications have been designed to help learners develop the different reading skills they need in the real world, progressing step by step from reading short simple texts to understanding complex texts and abstract…
You organized for a relative a 90th birthday party in a hotel, many elderly guests attended this party which is of great success. Write a letter to thank the hotel manager. In your letter: – Give the details of the party – The reason why the party was so successful – Mention a staff who…
The neighbourhood I lived in as a child was a quiet and friendly residential area on the outskirts of my hometown. It wasn’t a glamorous or luxurious place, but it was the kind of community where everyone knew each other, and there was a genuine sense of belonging. Looking back, I feel very fortunate to…
One positive change in my life that I still reflect on with gratitude is when I decided to develop the habit of regular exercise. For many years, I led quite a sedentary lifestyle, spending most of my time either studying or sitting in front of a computer. While I didn’t realize it back then, this…
Inform bank manager in a letter about the fact that you cannot go to an agreed meeting. You should cover the following: – inform and apologize – describe the reason for your absence – propose new time I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to inform you about an unavoidable…
To achieve a level 7 or above grade, it is important to be able to edit your own work, and this involves not only being able to spot errors but also to recognize where you can improve the coherence and range of language used. The descriptors for bands 7 and 8 are given below to…
Hey! Way back in 2020, Nick and I discussed the basic techniques for completing IELTS listening match questions. However, these are some of the most difficult question in the exam, especially in Part 3, and we have noticed that many students still struggle answering them even when they know the basic principles. That’s why today,…
Many individuals who utilize our writing service often begin their writing with expressions such as: But why is this the case? This tendency stems from the way children are taught to write discursive essays in schools, primarily used by teenagers and children. So, why should these phrases be avoided in IELTS writing? Well, there are…