Warm up for your IELTS Exam with Today’s Cool Vocabulary

The video tutorial explains the alternative meanings of the words 'warm', 'cool', and 'cold', which are often encountered in the IELTS exam. It highlights how these words can describe both temperature and personality traits, leading to potential misunderstandings. The tutorial provides examples and parallels for each word, emphasizing their use in different contexts, such as speaking and reading exams. The aim is to help ESL students better understand and use these words effectively.

Why is it important to understand words with multiple meanings in the IELTS exam?

• They are not important for the IELTS exam.

• They are frequently tested in the speaking section.

• They can lead to misunderstandings in listening and reading sections.

• They are only relevant for the writing section.

What does the word 'warm' imply when describing a person?

• They are physically hot.

• They are kind and welcoming.

• They are indifferent.

• They are unfriendly.

In what context can 'cool' be used to describe a person?

• When they are unfriendly.

• When they are physically cold.

• When they are refreshing.

• When they are friendly.

What does 'cold' mean when referring to a person's behavior?

• They are refreshing.

• They are physically cold.

• They are indifferent or harsh.

• They are very friendly.

Which of the following is a correct use of 'cool' in informal slang?

• The weather is cool today.

• She is a cool person because she is unfriendly.

• He gave me a cool stare.

• That movie was super cool!