How to write an IELTS Task 1 – Process
Writing a process in Task 1 generally has the lowest word count so don’t worry if you only hit 150 words. There isn't really very much to say about them usually. So, to start with, you need to introduce what the process is about; usually it is making something, like how to make cut diamonds/electricity/cement etc. So, you need to state what the process is showing and then you need some kind of overview. The overview may be that the process takes...
What should you avoid doing in the IELTS speaking test?
An IELTS speaking examiner explains. There are a few things that you need to avoid in the IELTS speaking test. Understand that it isn’t a 2-way conversation. The examiner has a script to follow. They can’t deviate from this script until Part 3 so don’t ask them any questions. The exam is strictly timed so control your speakingso you don’t go off on a monologue. The examiner has a number of questions they have to get through and they will stop you...
IELTS EOR and jagged profiles explained
We were recently contacted by someone who had got L 8.5, S 7.5, R 7.5 and W 6 and they were asking about going for EOR (Enquiry of Results). What is EOR? This is where you think your score is too low and you can have your writing or speaking checked again. They were asking about getting their writing checked as they thought they had done much better than Band 6.0, and were asking for our advice. In this case, we recommended going...