IELTS Energy Podcast 935: How Ramses Laughs His Way to an IELTS 7

The video features a discussion with Ramses, who shares his experience with the IELTS exam. Ramses talks about his English proficiency, teaching background, and the challenges he faced during the test, including technical issues. He also discusses the strategies he used to achieve his scores and reflects on his overall experience.

What was the main reason Ramses appeared on the show?

• To share his IELTS exam results and experience

• To talk about his favorite TV shows

• To discuss his new book

• To promote a language learning app

According to Ramses, what is crucial for language learning?

• Studying grammar rules

• Constant input and staying in touch with the language

• Memorizing vocabulary lists

• Practicing writing essays

How did Ramses feel about taking the IELTS exam for the first time?

• Very nervous and anxious

• Confident and well-prepared

• Indifferent and uninterested

• Overwhelmed and unprepared

What technical issue did Ramses face during the listening section of the IELTS exam?

• The audio was in a different language

• The audio was too loud

• The audio was muffled and hard to hear

• The audio was played at double speed

What advice does Ramses give regarding the listening section of the IELTS exam?

• Request a different test center

• Ignore the audio and focus on the questions

• Practice with echoey and tinny sounds

• Bring your own headphones

What was Ramses' score in the listening section?

• 8.0

• 5.5

• 7.5

• 6.5

How did Ramses manage to finish the reading section with extra time?

• By guessing the answers

• By skipping difficult questions

• By reading faster than usual

• By using effective strategies

Why did Ramses feel the need to take the IELTS exam despite his proficiency in English?

• To prove his skills to his friends

• To obtain an official certification

• To apply for a job

• To challenge himself

What was Ramses' overall feeling after receiving his IELTS scores?

• Disappointed and frustrated

• Thrilled and satisfied

• Indifferent and neutral

• Confused and uncertain

What humorous thought did Ramses have during the reading section?

• He remembered a funny joke

• He imagined the exam as a movie trailer

• He thought about his favorite TV show

• He planned his next vacation