Facebook Live Academic Vocabulary for IELTS

The video tutorial covers three key phrases: 'Having said that', 'Live to work or work to live', and 'Daunting'. The instructor explains how to use these phrases in formal contexts, such as speaking and writing tasks. 'Having said that' is used to introduce contrasts or exceptions. 'Live to work or work to live' explores work-life balance perspectives. 'Daunting' is described as intimidating, with suggestions to make literature less daunting for readers.

What is the primary function of the phrase 'Having said that'?

• To introduce a new topic

• To provide a summary

• To ask a question

• To introduce a contrast or exception

What does the phrase 'work to live' imply?

• Life is more important than work

• Work and life are equally important

• Work is the most important aspect of life

• Work is done to earn money for enjoying life

How does the speaker describe achieving a work-life balance?

• By prioritizing work over everything else

• By ignoring work responsibilities

• By balancing work with personal life and relationships

• By working as little as possible

What does the word 'daunting' mean?

• Simple and easy

• Scary or intimidating

• Boring and dull

• Exciting and fun

What suggestion is made to make classic literature less daunting?

• Ignoring it completely

• Releasing it in a comic book or serialized format

• Reading it in one sitting

• Reading it only in groups