IELTS Life Skills Exam Guide - Level B1

This video tutorial from Oxford Online English provides a comprehensive guide to the IELTS B1 Life Skills exam. It covers the exam structure, including speaking and listening tasks, and offers strategies for success. The tutorial emphasizes communication skills over grammar and vocabulary, and provides practical tips for each section of the exam, such as question tennis for speaking tasks and effective planning strategies. The video concludes with additional resources for further practice.

What is the primary focus of the IELTS B1 Life Skills exam?

• Grammar and vocabulary

• Writing skills

• Communication and understanding

• Reading comprehension

During the initial speaking task, what is the main objective?

• To ask and answer questions

• To talk about the topic in detail

• To write down notes

• To listen to the examiner

In the first speaking task, what should you be cautious about?

• Writing down your answers

• Using complex vocabulary

• Talking for too long

• Ignoring your partner

What is the key strategy for the second speaking task?

• Discuss multiple topics

• Speak for less than a minute

• Focus on one topic

• Avoid asking questions

How should you prepare for the second speaking task?

• By reading sample texts

• By writing essays

• By practicing with a timer

• By memorizing answers

What is the format of the listening section in the IELTS B1 Life Skills exam?

• One long recording

• Two short recordings

• A written passage

• A video clip

In the listening section, what should you do if you don't know the answer?

• Ask the examiner

• Take a guess

• Write down notes

• Skip the question

What is the main challenge in the planning task?

• Agreeing with your partner

• Speaking for a long time

• Organizing a real event

• Writing a detailed plan

During the final discussion task, what is a recommended strategy?

• Avoid eye contact

• Play question tennis

• Speak without pauses

• Focus on grammar

What should you ensure during the final discussion task?

• Cover only one part of the question

• Speak in short phrases

• Cover both parts of the question

• Ignore your partner's questions