IELTS Energy Podcast 1038: Fillers, Phrasal Verbs and Idioms, Oh My!

The video tutorial discusses a personal trip to San Diego, followed by a lesson on using filler phrases to improve fluency in speaking tests. It emphasizes the importance of avoiding repetition and introduces phrasal verbs and idiomatic language to sound more native. The tutorial provides examples of advanced phrases and their appropriate usage in different parts of a speaking test.

What activities did the speaker enjoy during their trip to San Diego?

• Snorkeling and paddleboarding

• Fishing and sailing

• Skiing and snowboarding

• Hiking and camping

Why is it important to avoid repetitive fillers in speaking tests?

• They help in buying time

• They can lower the fluency score

• They make the speaker sound more fluent

• They are encouraged by examiners

What does the phrase 'to come up with' mean?

• To memorize a word

• To create or think of an idea

• To forget something

• To repeat a phrase

Which of the following is a synonym for 'to come up with'?

• Call to mind

• Think up

• On the tip of my tongue

• Bear in mind

What does the phrase 'call to mind' mean?

• To forget something

• To create a new idea

• To hesitate

• To remember something

How is the phrase 'on the tip of my tongue' used?

• To describe something you can easily remember

• To indicate something you are about to forget

• To show confidence in your answer

• To express difficulty in recalling a word

What should you avoid saying when you can't remember a word during a speaking test?

• Bear in mind

• I can't quite call to mind

• How do you say that in English?

• It's on the tip of my tongue

What is the purpose of using 'bear in mind' in a conversation?

• To ask a question

• To express uncertainty

• To provide context or additional information

• To introduce a new topic

Which phrase is considered more formal and suitable for Part 3 of the speaking test?

• Bear in mind

• On the tip of my tongue

• Call to mind

• Think up

Which app is recommended for carrying English lessons in your pocket?

• Duolingo

• All Ears English app

• Babbel

• Rosetta Stone