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IELTS Speaking 20 June '24

IELTS,  20 June 2024 Latest Questions.                                      Writing Task 1 You should spend 20 minutes on this task. Write at least 150 words. You are scheduled to give a presentation at an organisation. Write a letter to the organisation  to discuss the preparations you need to have in place before your arrival. In your letter : * Introduce yourself and explain the purpose of your visit * Describe any specific equipment or materials you will require. * Request any additional information or arrangements to be made prior to your arrival. Writing Task 2 You should spend 40 minutes on this task, Write at least 250 words. Some people say that the academic success of students depends on the quality of their teachers. Others think it depends on the personal commitment and attitude of the students. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your response and include relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.  [CANADA , 20 June 2024) SPEAKING Part 1 1.

OET Writing - Types of Letters

  OET Writing  Sub-test - Types of Letters Time Management Reading time: 5 min. Organising: 5 min. Writing: 30 min. Proof reading: 5 min. Total: 45 min. * Read the Writing Task first and look for * Type of the letter *  Reader's name and/or Designation *  Address *  Purpose *   Pt name, age and/or DOB * Date Types of Letters: 1.  Referral Letters i.  Referral to a Specialist Preferred Organisation: Introduction  Body Paragraph 1: "Initially, on 21 December 2022, Mrs Patrick presented with a complaint of/ with the complaints of......" Body Paragraph 2, 3...... History Conclusion and sign off.  ii. Urgent referral Preferred Organisation:   Introduction, Body Paragraph 1: " Today, ..............." Body Paragraph 2: " Initially, ........." Body Paragraph 3,4........ History Conclusion and  Sign off 2. Transfer Letter i. Transfer back to GP:  Preferred Organisation:   Introduction Body Paragraph 1: History (Include only what is relevant) Body Paragraph 2: D

OET Reading- Part C - CVD

  OET Reading -  Part C - CVD Cardiovascular Benefits of Exercise OET Reading Part C assesses your ability to understand the complex  texts on healthcare topics. The questions are designed to test your skills in understanding explicit and implicit meaning.           OET Reading Part C has 6 Different Types of Questions Views and Opinion focused questions 1. Opinion 2. Attitude 3. Impressions/Details (True/False) 4. Conclusion Drawn  Lexical Question 5. Vocabulary 6. Reference       How to do Part C Step 1 :  Identify the keyword (kw) of the question Step 2 : Go to the Text and locate the kw and read that sentence of  the paragraph and understand it. (If there is no keyword go to the topic sentence) Step 3 . Return to the Answer Choices (ac) and underline the keywords of ac in A,B,C,D. Step 4 .  Check each ac against the text. __________________________________________________ Question 7:   In the first paragraph, what point does the writer make about CVD                      How to fin

OET Dentistry: Specialists

  OET Dentistry: Specialists In Dentistry, there are are several specialized fields, each with its own focus and responsibilities. Here are some common dental specialists and their roles. 1. Endodontist  * Responsibility: Endodontists specialize intreating the inner pulp of teeth and perform root canal therapy. * Conditions Treated: Infected or damaged tooth pulp. * Treatment: Remove infected pulp, clean the root canals, and seal them to save the tooth. 2. Orthodontist * Responsibility: Specializes in correcting misaligned teeth and jaws. They use braces, aligners, and other devices to straighten teeth and improve bite alignment.  * Conditions Treated: Overbites, underbites, crowded teeth, and other orthodontic issues. * Treatment: Design treatment plans to gradually remove teeth into proper alignment.  3. Periodontist * Responsibility: Focus on the health of the gums and supporting structures around the teeth.  * Conditions Treated: Gum disease (gingivitis, periodontitis)  , gum reces

OET Listening- Common Surgery Names

  OET Listening - Common Surgery Names *  Adenoidectomy: is a surgical procedure to remove the adenoid glands. These glands are small lumps of tissue located behind the nose in the upper airway. While adenoid helps to protect the body from viruses and bacteria, they can become swollen or enlarged due to infections, allergies, or other reasons. It's typically performed on children between 1 and 7 years old. It treats issues caused by partially blocked airways, such as trouble breathing, sleep disturbances, frequent ear infections, and chronic sinus problems. *  Arthroscopy: is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to diagnose and treat joint problems. During arthroscopy, a surgeon inserts a narrow tube with a fibre-optic video camera through a small incision (about the size of a button hole).  This allows them to view the inside of your joint on a high definition video monitor. It is performed for joints like the knee, shoulder, elbow, hip, and wrist. *  Angioplasty: used to

OET Listening: the Specialists

  OET Listening: the Specialists The OET Listening sub-test doesn't involve specialists directly.   Instead, it assesses your listening skills related to healthcare scenarios, such as i) Handovers, ii) Training sessions, iii) Briefings, iv) Colleague Interactions, and v) patient-professional conversation. Here's a list of specialists you might come across: 1. Gy naecologist 2. Podiatrist  3. Pediatrician 4. Neonatologist 5. Dietician 6. Respiratory Therapist 7. Psychiatrist 8. Audiologist 9. Dermatologist 10. Osteopath 11. Dentist 12. Occupational Therapist 13. Midwife 14. Chiropractor 15. Rheumatologist 16. General Physician 17. Physiotherapist 18. Pharmacist 19. Social Worker 20. Speech Pathologist 21. Optometrist 22. Gastroenterologist 23. Otolaryngologist 24. Orthopedist 25. Endocrinologist 26. Surgeon 27. Radiologist 29. Anaesthiologist 29. Veterinary Doctor ___________________________________________________ Should you have any queries, please contact: Dr Vijay C Nair Wha