What to Say When you don’t Understand the Question on IELTS

The video tutorial provides strategies for handling unfamiliar questions on the IELTS exam. It emphasizes the importance of asking for clarification naturally and offers specific phrases to use. The tutorial also highlights the need for thorough vocabulary preparation and promotes an upcoming web class for achieving a high IELTS score.

What is the likelihood of encountering high-level vocabulary in IELTS exam questions?

• Moderate, with some uncommon words.

• None, as all words are explained in the exam.

• Very high, as the exam tests advanced vocabulary.

• Low, as the exam typically uses common words.

Which of the following is a recommended way to ask for clarification if you don't understand a word in the IELTS exam?

• Guess the meaning and proceed.

• Request the examiner to use a synonym.

• Ask the examiner to skip the question.

• Ignore the word and answer the question.

What should you do if you are unsure about the meaning of a word during the IELTS speaking exam?

• Use a dictionary to find the meaning.

• Skip the question and move on.

• Ask for an example or paraphrase.

• Pretend to understand and answer anyway.

Why is it important not to guess the meaning of unknown words during the IELTS exam?

• It might lead to a longer exam duration.

• It could result in an unrelated answer, affecting scores.

• It shows a lack of confidence to the examiner.

• It is against the exam rules.

What is a suggested method to improve vocabulary before taking the IELTS exam?

• Rely on translation apps during the exam.

• Memorize a dictionary.

• Complete a vocabulary notebook and read widely.

• Focus only on speaking practice.