IELTS Speaking Test Part 2 Knowledge Check

What is the purpose of the IELTS Speaking test?

• To test writing skills

• To test speaking skills

• To test reading skills

• To test listening skills

How long are test takers required to speak for in Part 2 of the IELTS Speaking test?

• 3 minutes

• 4 minutes

• 1 minute

• 2 minutes

What is the first strategy mentioned to prepare for the long turn in the IELTS Speaking test?

• Use the 1 minute preparation time

• Organize your long turn

• Speak with a normal speech rate

• Use stalling phrases

What is the recommended way to start the long turn in the IELTS Speaking test?

• Start with a quote

• Start with a question

• Start with a memorised phrase

• Start with a joke

What should test takers do if they run out of things to say during the long turn?

• End the test early

• Remain silent

• Use fillers like 'uh' or 'um'

• Refer directly to the task card and keep speaking

How can test takers make their long turn more organized?

• Speak as fast as possible

• Use linking devices and discourse markers

• Use a variety of languages

• Speak randomly

What is the importance of practicing the long turn for the IELTS Speaking test?

• It is not necessary to practice

• It helps improve fluency and coherence

• It is a waste of time

• It confuses the test taker

What is the purpose of the Individual Long turn Practice mentioned in the text?

• To learn a new language

• To practice speaking on familiar topics for 2 minutes

• To improve pronunciation

• To practice writing essays

What is the minimum age requirement to take the IELTS test?

• 18 years old

• 21 years old

• 20 years old

• 16 years old

What is the role of the examiner during the IELTS Speaking test?

• To time the long turn and ask questions

• To prompt the test taker with answers

• To remain silent throughout the test

• To take notes for the test taker