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Urban Farming Reading Passage – Short Answer Questions
Read the passage about Urban Farming Reading carefully and answer the questions that follow. Remember, your answers should be no more than three words. The Rise of Urban Farming Urban farming is gaining popularity in cities worldwide. As people become more concerned about food security and sustainability, they’re turning to innovative ways to grow food…
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How to Never Miss a Word Again
Let’s talk about something called “shadow listening.” It’s a technique where you repeat what you hear in your head (or very quietly under your breath) as you listen. Why does this work? Well, when you shadow listen, you’re super focused on every word. Here’s how you might try it: 1. Put on a short audio…
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Expand Your Answers in IELTS Speaking
Let’s talk about the WWWWH method. It’s actually a way to remember five question words: Who, What, Where, When, and How. These little words can be your secret strategy for longer, more detailed answers. Here’s how it works When you’re asked a question, please try to include information about who, what, where, when, and how…
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Unlock Your IELTS Essay Ideas
Let’s talk about mind mapping. It’s a super simple technique that can help you generate ideas for your IELTS essay in no time. Here’s how it works: You start with your essay topic in the center of a page. Then, you branch out with related ideas, just like a tree spreading its branches. Example Say…
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True/False/Not Given
Let’s talk about the keyword matching technique. This approach is all about identifying key words in the statement and quickly locating them (or their synonyms) in the passage. It’s like playing a word-search game, but with a purpose! So, how can you put this keyword matching technique into action? Here’s a simple approach that might…
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Story Structure in Speaking Part 2
Are you worried about the IELTS Speaking Part 2? The secret? Using a basic story structure. This approach can help you create a clear, well-organized response that’s easy for the examiner to follow. Here’s how you can use this technique: First, think of your response as a short story with three main parts: a beginning,…
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Manage Time Pressure in IELTS Reading
You’ve got 60 minutes to answer 40 questions based on three passages. With the right approach, you can do it. The strategy I’m about to share is called the “20-20-20 method.” Here’s how it works: A detailed example Imagine you’ve just started your Reading test. The first passage is about the history of coffee. Here’s…
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Speaking Part 3: The Secret to Giving Thoughtful Answers
Let’s talk about the “PEE” method. No, it’s not what you’re thinking! PEE stands for Point, Explain, Example. This simple approach can help you give well-rounded, thoughtful answers that’ll impress your examiner. Here’s how it works: Point: State your main idea or opinion. Explain: Give reasons or details to support your point. Example: Provide a…
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IELTS Speaking- Buying Time
Today, I want to share a super helpful tip for acing the Speaking section of your IELTS test. It’s all about learning to buy time when you need it. This simple technique can really boost your confidence and help you speak more fluently. So, what do I mean by “buying time”? Well, it’s about giving…