AEE IELTS 2: How to Avoid the Dangers on Speaking Part 1

In this All Ears English Test Talk episode, Jessica Beck and Lindsay McMahon discuss common pitfalls in IELTS Speaking Part 1 and how to avoid them. Jessica emphasizes the importance of expanding beyond one-word answers by using complete sentences with two to four sentences. She suggests using question words (who, what, where, when, why, how) to add detail and incorporating informal vocabulary, such as slang and idioms, to impress the examiner. They recommend watching sitcoms, eavesdropping in public places, and joining expat groups to learn and practice natural English. Listeners are also invited to download a cheat sheet and enter a contest for a free speaking evaluation by Jessica at allearsenglish.com/evaluation.