Vocabulary that Precipitates High IELTS Scores - IELTS Energy Podcast 1332

The video discusses the importance of using appropriate vocabulary in IELTS exams, focusing on the phrasal verb 'bring about' and its formality. It provides synonyms like 'provoke', 'generate', 'precipitate', and 'give rise to', with examples for each. The video also addresses a student's question about vocabulary scoring and emphasizes the need to use a range of vocabulary from informal to formal in different parts of the IELTS exam. The hosts encourage viewers to share the content and review the podcast.

What is the main purpose of sharing the podcast episode with friends?

• To provide them with fluency and confidence tips

• To improve their listening skills

• To help them learn new vocabulary

• To encourage them to practice speaking

What is the formality level of the phrasal verb 'bring about'?

• Informal

• Slang

• Formal

• Neutral

Why is it important to consider vocabulary formality in IELTS exams?

• It affects the listening score

• It influences the speaking speed

• It changes the reading difficulty

• It impacts the vocabulary score

Which synonym for 'bring about' is described as causing an action or emotion?

• Give rise to

• Generate

• Provoke

• Precipitate

In what context is the word 'generate' particularly useful?

• Describing emotions

• Writing task one about processes

• Listening exercises

• Speaking part one

What does the word 'precipitate' usually imply?

• To delay an event

• To prevent an action

• To cause suddenly or unexpectedly

• To cause gradually

Which synonym for 'bring about' is considered a formal phrasal verb?

• Provoke

• Generate

• Precipitate

• Give rise to

What is a common topic where 'give rise to' can be used in IELTS?

• Cooking recipes

• Historical events

• Travel experiences

• Work-life balance

What does 'a host of' mean in the context of the example given?

• A specific number

• An unknown number

• A large number

• A small number

Which word is used to describe the effect of a lack of police presence on crime rates?

• Generate

• Give rise to

• Provoke

• Precipitate