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Thursday, 4 February 2021

Academic IELTS Writing Task 1 – How to Describe Process Diagrams

You got a process diagram to describe and you want to write a Band 7 or higher Academic Writing Task 1 response. In this video Adam shows you step by step how it’s done. He starts by teaching you how to analyse the process diagram before you start writing, gives you tips how to reword the task prompt easily, how to write a great overview and how to group or separate the various stages in the body paragraphs.

In the 10 years Adam worked as an examiner at the British Council, he saw times and times again that test takers weren’t getting Band 7+ because they were writing their answers the wrong way (and NOT because they lacked vocabulary or didn’t know grammar).

So he made this video to show you the right way to answer the Academic Writing Task 1.

Watch this video and you will learn

– how to analyse a process diagram before you start writing
– what to pay attention to, and what to be aware of
– how to reword the task prompt
– how to organise the information in your answer (did you know you could group stages?)

By doing all of that right, you will save time on Writing Task 1 and use it for Writing Task 2, which carries more weight.

Watch the lesson on YouTube, or below:

In the video

1. What are you explaining?
In this particular diagram it is the process for producing biodiesel.

2. How many steps are there in the process?
Sometimes you may get a cyclical diagram (of a process that keeps repeating), and you need to find the best starting point. Adam shows you how.

3. When things are added?
Diagrams typically have things that are added to make the process possible. Be aware of that and look for things that are added.

4. What are the by-products?
By-products can often be seen in process diagrams. In this one it is the high protein residue and glycerine.

5. Can the stages be combined or separated?
In this diagram steps 1 and 2 are stand-alone ones, but steps 3 and 4 can be combined.

And there is a lot more to learn, so do watch the entire video, because Adam explains everything in a very easy to understand way. It won’t take you long to start writing Band 7+ reports!

Adam doesn’t give you a model response in this lesson, because he would like you to have a go and write your own. But if you’d like to see a Band 9 sample, check out our High Scorer’s Choice IELTS practice tests. This particular topic can be found in Package 2 and we also provide a model response for it, as well as all the other writing tasks.

Enjoy the lesson!

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Wednesday, 3 February 2021

IELTS Speaking test in Canada – January 2021

Thanks to our kind friend P.T. who recently took IELTS in Canada, we can share his Speaking questions today:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your full name?
– Can you show me your ID card?
– Where do you live?
– Do you like the area where you live?
– Is the place suitable for families with children?
– Do you get up early in the morning?
– Why do you wake up early?
– Do you like singing?
– Did you sing when you were a child?
– Would you pay for singing classes?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe a festival that is important in your country. You should say:

– when the festival is celebrated
– what people do during this festival
– what you like or dislike about it
– and explain why this festival is important in your country.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– What other festivals are celebrated in your culture?
– Nowadays some festivals are disappearing, is this a positive or a negative thing?
– In what way are today’s festivals different from those in the past?
– Do you think people will create new festivals in the future? Why/why not?

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Tuesday, 2 February 2021

Student success: Adejumoke and Harun reveal how they got IELTS Band 7.5+

Today we would like you to meet Adejumoke and Harun, the winners of our December round of IELTS results competition, not only because they were successful in IELTS, but also because they are trying to help YOU get a great score, too. By sharing their story, their experience they are shining the light on the path YOU can take. Have a read and think about your IELTS practice sessions – could they benefit from the same things Adejumoke and Harun did?

Adejumoke is from Nigeria, she got the Overall Band Score of 7.5 in a computer-delivered IELTS test. In her experience, practicing with the right materials makes a difference. Adejumoke said,

“I came across IELTS-Blog.com briefly through a friend. I decided to subscribe and I followed tips supplied via email. When I was convinced and I realised I needed to practice with a textbook, I chose High Scorers Choice Practice Test General Training 1+2+3, followed the instructions and downloaded the required recordings. I read through the testimonials of others and I believed I can’t be an exception, I would put in my best. I followed the tips diligently for each module – Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking, practiced each test, marked my answers, listened while looking at transcripts (in Listening). Every word, text, tips and advice packaged by Simone, they are real and am sure with diligence and concentration you can be THE BEST you choose to be.”

Harun is from Nigeria too. His Overall Band Score is 8.0 with a straight 9 in Listening! Harun says that the SECRET to success is to stop looking for secrets! Here is his story:

“Thank you for the opportunity to share my IELTS tips with many others. The main secret to success in taking the IELTS is to realize that there are absolutely no secrets. All the materials and information needed are out there for candidates to utilize.

Just like a running a marathon requires continuous practice, so does the IELTS. I fully utilized the resources at my disposal to practice, practice and practice. I began by watching videos on YouTube to brush up the general concepts and familiarize myself with the exam format and marking scheme.

Then, I took two mock exams online (timed) to assess my strengths and weaknesses. I was deficient in writing, so I had to dedicate more time to it.

Finally, I began practicing past questions with more emphasis on my weak areas. I timed myself during practicing and sourced questions from IELTS-Blog.com.

On the exam day, I was very punctual and had a good breakfast to sustain me. I used the bathroom just before the screening process began and I entered the exam hall with my bottle of water. I hope this would help someone.”

We would like to thank Adejumoke and Harun for sharing their stories, and congratulate them on their great IELTS scores!

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IELTS Speaking test in Japan – January 2021

Our lovely friend K remembered and shared the following questions from the recent IELTS Speaking test he took in Japan:

Speaking test

Part 1 (Interview)

– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Let’s talk about the place where you live.
– Where do you live?
– Do you think it is a good place to live for families? Why?
– How often do you meet your neighbours?
– Let’s talk about sports.
– Have you played any sports?
– Have you ever supported any sports team?
– Let’s talk about concentrating on something.
– Does your job require concentration?
– What disturbs your concentration?

Part 2 (Cue Card)

Describe an activity you enjoy occasionally that is a bit expensive. Please say

– What it is
– Where you do it
– Who you do it with
– When you do it.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Do you think rich people should support the poor? Why/why not?
– Do you agree with progressive* tax? Why/why not?
– Nowadays a lot of poor people are trying to become rich. Is this a positive or a negative thing? Why?

* A progressive tax is a tax in which the tax rate increases as the taxable amount increases.

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