Band 9 Sample Answers about High School for IELTS Speaking - IELTS Energy Podcast 1154

The video discusses high school experiences, emphasizing the importance of recalling past memories for IELTS speaking exams. It provides sample answers and strategies for discussing high school topics, highlighting the need for fluency and vocabulary. The speakers share personal anecdotes about favorite subjects and teachers, offering insights into effective speaking techniques. The video concludes with humorous reflections on memory and the challenges of recalling specific details from high school.

What do the speakers suggest about the high school experience for most people?

• It is a time of great academic success.

• It is a time when everyone is popular.

• It is often a challenging period.

• It is the best time of their lives.

Why is it important to have something to say about high school memories in speaking exams?

• Because it is the only topic in exams.

• Because it impresses the examiner.

• Because it is a common topic in exams.

• Because it shows you have a good memory.

What is the significance of using the verb 'recollect' in speaking exams?

• It is not recommended for exams.

• It is a casual way to say 'remember'.

• It is a formal way to say 'remember'.

• It is a slang term for 'forget'.

What strategy do the speakers suggest for expanding answers in speaking exams?

• Stick strictly to the main topic.

• Avoid any tangents.

• Follow the branches to explore related ideas.

• Use only short sentences.

What is the purpose of practicing being cut off during speaking practice?

• To learn to speak faster.

• To improve vocabulary.

• To get used to the exam format.

• To avoid speaking too much.

How do the speakers suggest handling questions about things you don't remember?

• Apologize for not remembering.

• Avoid answering the question.

• Use humor and share what you don't remember.

• Make up details to fill the time.

What is the benefit of using humor in speaking exams, according to the speakers?

• It is not recommended.

• It can enhance fluency and engagement.

• It makes the exam less formal.

• It distracts the examiner.