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The IELTS Speaking test lasts between 11 and 14 minutes. During this time, you will have a face-to-face interview with an examiner. The test is divided into three parts:Part 1 (Introduction and Interview): This part lasts about 4 to 5 minutes, where the examiner will ask you general questions about yourself, your home, family, work, studies, and interests.Part 2 (Long Turn): In this section, you will receive a task card with a specific topic. You will have 1 minute to prepare and then speak for 1 to 2 minutes on that topic. This part takes around 3 to 4 minutes in total.Part 3 (Discussion): This final part lasts about 4 to 5 minutes, w
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You can do any task first according to your preference, but it is suggested that you finish both tasks within their recommended time frames. So whichever IELTS Writing task seems easier to you, you must go for it and complete it within the stipulated time or before time so that you get more time for your next task.
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The questions are the same, whether it's CBT or PBT. You need to be comfortable with typing if you're attempting Computer-based IELTS or if you're going for paper based IELTS, your handwriting should be understandable.
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Read the question really carefully given on the IELTS Writing Task 2. If the question asks you to define or state your opinion, then you should do so but if it does not ask you to give any opinion of yours then you should not.This is important to note that such errors fall between the task response parameter of the marking criteria of the writing task. It should also be noted that the opinion has to be placed correctly in the paragraph when answering opinion based questions on IELTS Writing Task 2.
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IELTS Writing has a vast list of words and phrases which can be used in the exam. Paraphrasing shows how you know your vocabulary. Where there are few lists of words which should be avoided during the exam like slang words, contractions and colloquial language.Words from the question should not be repeated on the paper otherwise the bands would be hindered. Use flexible vocabulary with variations in words for a higher band. Check IELTS Vocabulary Words with MeaningsVocabulary is not just important for IELTS Writing section, in fact it is equally necessary for other tested sections on IELTS like:IELTS Listening SectionIELTS Reading Sect
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In IELTS writing marking for task 1 and task 2 is done separately. The examiner first marks you and gives you a band on task 1 and then on task 2. Then the bands are calculated on an average for a total individual score.There are four basic parameters based on which the marking is handled in writing. These include:Task responses/ Task completionLexical resourcesGrammatical range and accuracyCoherence and cohesion
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In IELTS writing there are various essays which one has to prepare for the exam. There are 5 different kinds of essays namely:Opinion basedDescriptiveMerit/demeritsProblem /solutionTwo- part questionEvery essay has its own approach, hence it's really important that the candidate is aware of all the techniques behind each and every essay. The exam may carry any one of the five.
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Word limits in IELTS writing must be followed strictly. There is a separate marking for the word limit. In task 1 of writing the minimum word count is 150 words and for task 2 the word limit is 250 words.This word count falls under a separate important parameter of the marking criteria named cohesion and coherence which asks you to organize your paragraph well with the appropriate word limit.
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For Task 1 use:Past tense for historical dataPresent tense for processes/diagramsFuture tense if predictions are shownFor Task 2 use:Mix of tenses depending on the topicPresent tense for general statementsPast tense for examples or historical references
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If you write fewer words than required, you will lose marks in Task Achievement.Task 1: Minimum 150 wordsTask 2: Minimum 250 wordsThere is no maximum word limit, but quality is more important than quantity
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