Bullies Browbeaters and Tormentors oh my!

The video tutorial introduces vocabulary related to bullying, useful for IELTS speaking and writing tasks. It explains where these terms can be applied in the IELTS exam, such as describing personal experiences or discussing the effects of bullying. The tutorial also differentiates vocabulary used for children and adults, providing examples like 'tormentor' for kids and 'brow beater' for adults. The importance of context and age-appropriate language is emphasized.

In which part of the IELTS exam might you be asked to describe a personal experience with bullying?

• Listening Section

• Writing Task 1

• Speaking Part 2

• Speaking Part 1

What might a writing task in the IELTS exam ask you to do regarding bullying?

• Narrate a story about bullying

• Discuss bullying and suggest solutions

• Describe a bullying incident you witnessed

• Write a letter to a bully

What is a suitable term for a child who bullies others?

• Aggressor

• Brow beater

• Intimidator

• Tormentor

Which term is more appropriate for describing an adult bully?

• Brow beater

• Tormentor

• Harasser

• Intimidator

Why is the term 'brow beater' not used for children?

• It is too formal

• It is specific to adults using skills to intimidate

• It is outdated

• It is a slang term