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Speaking Part 2: Cue Cards Flashcards

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  1. How long should you speak in IELTS Speaking Part 2?

    Answer: 1 to 2 minutes

    Part 2 requires you to speak for 1 to 2 minutes on the cue card topic.

  2. How much preparation time are you given before speaking in Part 2?

    Answer: 1 minute

    You are given 1 minute to prepare and make notes before you begin speaking.

  3. What is provided to help you make notes during preparation?

    Answer: Paper and a pencil

    The examiner gives you paper and a pencil to write notes during the one-minute preparation.

  4. What does the examiner usually do while you speak in Part 2?

    Answer: Listens without interrupting

    The examiner listens silently and lets you speak without interruption during your turn.

  5. A cue card topic is also commonly called what?

    Answer: A long turn

    Part 2 is often referred to as the 'long turn' because you speak alone for an extended time.

  6. If you finish speaking before the time is up, what may the examiner do?

    Answer: Ask one or two rounding-off questions

    The examiner may ask a short follow-up question to round off the topic before moving on.

  7. What should you do if you run out of things to say partway through?

    Answer: Expand on a point with examples or details

    Adding examples, reasons, or details helps you keep speaking until the time is up.