Click here for the original post A student asked me whether it’s a good idea to give long, detailed answers or short, direct answers in part 1 of the speaking test. Let’s look at two example answers for the same question. Do you know which method I recommend? Question: What do you dislike about your…
A business idea that I had always wished to pursue but never actually did was opening a small organic café in my hometown. I came up with this idea about three years ago while I was observing the growing trend of healthy eating and organic products among young people. I was particularly inspired by the…
GT Writing Task 2 / Essay Sample # 230 You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic:The development of technology has made teachers change their role in schools to a great extent.In your opinion is this a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any…
There are many differences between spoken and written English. These differences include: Simpler language Repetition Good communicators generally use simpler language so the listeners can understand them more easily. Unlike writing and reading, speaking requires us to repeat a lot of words as most of them are lost or forgotten. Look at the example below….
Click here to view the original post Many students think that remembering and using complicated words will improve their IELTS scores. Many websites and YouTube videos say that you should learn a list of complex words and use them to boost your vocabulary score. This is wrong. Why? Watch the video above to find out….
Click here to view the original post Here is the error-free version of the essay: It is difficult to experience a country fully as a tourist in a hotel. To appreciate and understand a country, a person needs to live there. To what extent do you agree or disagree? People are travelling more today than…
Click here to view the original post The IELTS Speaking test is the shortest test of the four modules: it lasts between 11-14 minutes. It can, however, feel like the longest 14 minutes of your life, as they determine your future. Nervousness and lack of preparation are your biggest enemies. They can knock your confidence,…
Arguments regarding cities’ infrastructure developments have gained much contemporary attention in recent years. A large amount of public budget being allocated for old buildings’ refurbishments has raised much opposition since it is believed to be more worthy to spend such funding on building more houses and roads. From my perspective, I believe that the government…
You have just arrived in a foreign country on a business trip. You faced a problem at the airport. Write a letter to the airport manager regarding the problem you had. In your letter – identify yourself and state your flight number, – explain what problem you had at the airport, – suggest an improvement…
You have a permanent job, and few weeks ago you have started a part-time short course. You are not satisfied with it and want to change this part time course. Write a letter to your professor explaining why you are not satisfied with your present part-time course, and stating which course you would prefer and…