Stage 1: They will ask you some questions about yourself such as
1 Can you tell me your name?
2 can you show me your passport?
3 where are you from?
4 do you work or study?
5 Why are you taking this test?
6 Why do you want to study in the UK?
7 What would you like to do in future?
8 What is your favourite animal and why?
9 what motives you to study?
10 do you enjoy attending family gatherings?
STAGE 2
Consider the challenge listed below and prepare a short presentation on the topic
“Some parents do not take their child to an eye doctor until it is very difficult to see. However going to a doctor regularly can help identify more serious problems earlier” (Source: The Toronto Star). What are the advantages and disadvantages of getting regular health exams Discuss both sides of the issue and include your own opinion.
Your presentation must
Include an argument in favour and an argument against
Include a personal reflection
Be between 3-5 minutes long
- The examiner might ask you to briefly introduce the topic of your presentation and give them the code of the task, but after that they will not assist or interrupt you in any way.
- The presentation must be between 3 and 5 minutes.
- You can use notes, but do not read your presentation directly from a script or screen.
- Please address the examiner directly.
- Do not read your presentation as your speaking level cannot accurately be assessed and this will have a negative impact on your score.
- Please begin your presentation by saying, 7 will now begin my presentation’ and end it by saying, “thank you for your attention.
STAGE 3
“People use podcasts to learn new languages, new skills, or to learn about subjects like history, math, and science. (Source: The Guardian)”- In your opinion, what are the advantages and disadvantages of learning by listening to podcasts?
- Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
- Write an essay between 190-200 words.
- he Advantages and Disadvantages of Learning Through Podcasts
- Podcasts have become a popular way for people to learn new languages, develop skills, and explore subjects like history, science, and math. Like any learning method, podcasts offer both advantages and disadvantages.
- One clear advantage is convenience. Learners can listen while commuting, exercising, or doing chores, making it easy to use time efficiently. Podcasts are often engaging, especially when they feature expert guests or compelling stories. For example, language learners can improve their listening and pronunciation skills by regularly hearing native speakers on language-learning podcasts. This makes learning both informative and entertaining.
- However, podcasts also have limitations. Since they are audio-based, they lack visual elements such as diagrams or charts, which are important for understanding complex ideas—especially in subjects like math or science. Also, because listening is a passive activity, some learners may find it harder to retain information compared to more active methods like reading or writing. For instance, someone studying geometry may struggle to grasp shapes or formulas without visual aids.
- In conclusion, podcasts are a flexible and valuable learning tool, especially for auditory learners. However, to be truly effective, they should be combined with other resources that offer visual or hands-on learning experiences.
- What does the word “convenience” mean in the essay?
- What is a synonym for “engaging”?
- What is a synonym for “engaging”?
- What is the opposite of “passive” in the context of learning?
- Can you explain the meaning of the sentence: “Podcasts make learning both informative and entertaining”?
- What does “retained” mean in the sentence: “Knowledge gained from podcasts may not be deeply retained”?
- Have you ever learned something new by listening to a podcast? Give an example.
- Which learning method do you prefer—listening, reading, or watching? Why?
- Can podcasts help people improve their listening skills? How?
- What are some other advantages of learning through podcasts?
- What are some other disadvantages of using podcasts as a learning tool?
- Why might someone studying math find it hard to learn through podcasts alone?
- Do you think podcasts are a good tool for learning languages? Why or why not?
- What is a synonym for “flexible” as used in the last sentence of the essay?
- What might be a problem if a podcast gives incorrect information?
- Can you explain why the essay says podcasts should be combined with other resources?
Stage 4:
- Do you enjoy playing sports like basketball?
- Have you ever played basketball with friends or at school?
- What do you think are the benefits of playing team sports?
- Do you prefer outdoor sports or indoor activities? Why?
- How often do you play sports or exercise?
- Do you think it’s important to stay active even if someone is busy?
- Have you ever watched a live basketball match?
- Which sport is the most popular in your country? Why?
- Do you think playing sports helps people make friends more easily?
- Would you rather play sports competitively or just for fun?
