IELTS Speaking & Pronunciation 3

Question 1

In which part of the Speaking test does the examiner ask abstract, discussion-style questions?

Accepted Answer

Part 3

Answer

Part 3 involves a deeper, two-way discussion on themes linked to Part 2.

Question 2

What are 'fillers' such as 'um', 'er', and 'you know' an example of?

Accepted Answer

Hesitation markers that can reduce fluency

Answer

Overusing fillers signals hesitation and can lower the fluency score.

Question 3

Which is the best example of a discourse marker for adding contrast?

Accepted Answer

On the other hand

Answer

'On the other hand' signals a contrasting idea, aiding coherence.

Question 4

Intonation in English refers to which feature of speech?

Accepted Answer

The rise and fall of the voice

Answer

Intonation is the pattern of pitch changes across an utterance.

Question 5

If you make a small grammar mistake mid-sentence, what is usually the best approach?

Accepted Answer

Correct it briefly once and keep speaking

Answer

A quick single self-correction shows awareness without harming fluency.

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