Here are some helpful test day tips:
Speaking
➽ Only speak English when you are at the test centre
➽ Smile at your examiner! It will make you feel happier and it will make your pronunciation clearer
➽ During the 2 minute talk, use the prompt card to remind yourself of what to say
➽Always take notes during your 1-minute preparation time - take notes that will cover all the prompts given to you on the task card
Reading / Listening
➽ Make sure to go to the toilet before the test starts as you will not get toilet breaks during each part of the test
➽ Write as neatly as you can - you can use CAPITALS for all of your answers if you like
➽ Don't leave empty spaces - guess the answer (True, True, True, True)
➽In the Reading Test, study the questions first and then skim/scan for answers
➽ In the Listening Test, if you have a map/diagram, write left/right or north/south/west/east on your booklet to make it easier to follow the speaker
➽Listen to the tone of the speaker, often they will signal the answer with stressed syllables and a falling tone.
Writing
➽ Some centres only allow you to write in pencil, so practise writing in pencil
➽Leave a space between each paragraph to make sure the examiner can identify your paragraphing;
➽ Try to write as neatly as you can, so the examiner can read your handwriting
➽ Spend more time on Task 2 as it is worth two-thirds of the marks
➽ Make sure to answer all parts of the prompt - for example, "Discuss both views and give your opinion" (3 part question)
➽ Make sure to use punctuation
➽ Don't write a short answer. You must write a minimum of 150 words for Task 1, and 250 words for Task 2.
GOOD LUCK
Wishing you a safe and happy end of 2017!
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