Don’t "Spaghetti Method" IELTS Crime Essays - IELTS Energy Podcast 1162

The video tutorial introduces the 'spaghetti method' for writing tasks, which involves throwing out ideas without much structure, often leading to lower scores. It warns against using complex vocabulary that can confuse communication and suggests using familiar words correctly for better scores. The tutorial contrasts the spaghetti method with a more structured approach, emphasizing clear and direct ideas, especially in answering questions about crime rates.

What is the primary purpose of the Spaghetti Method in writing tasks?

• To throw out ideas and see what sticks

• To enhance sentence structure

• To improve grammar accuracy

• To organize ideas logically

How does the Spaghetti Method negatively impact vocabulary scores?

• By focusing on grammar rather than vocabulary

• By promoting the use of unfamiliar and complex words

• By limiting the number of words used

• By encouraging the use of simple words

What is a key strategy for achieving a high vocabulary score?

• Focusing solely on grammar accuracy

• Using words that are well-understood and contextually appropriate

• Using a wide range of complex words

• Avoiding the use of any complex words

What should be avoided when trying to improve vocabulary scores?

• Using contextually appropriate words

• Using a limited vocabulary

• Using simple and clear ideas

• Using words that are not well-understood

What is the first step in effectively answering a writing question about crime?

• Using complex vocabulary

• Directly answering the question

• Providing multiple examples

• Discussing unrelated topics

Why is it important to read the topic carefully in writing tasks?

• To ensure ideas are directly answering the question

• To use as many complex words as possible

• To write as much as possible

• To avoid using any examples

What is a common mistake when answering questions about crime in writing tasks?

• Staying on topic

• Using simple vocabulary

• Going off topic by answering a different question

• Providing clear examples