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  WRITING - Connectors  (Conjunctions)   Simple Connectors FANBOYS F       - for A      - and N      - nor B      - but O      - or Y      - yet S      -  so 1. Use of ' And' :  used to connect two similar ideas. Example: i. Kollam is a beautiful city. ii. We have all modern facilities in Kollam. Both these sentences conveys positive (similar) ideas. To connect such sentences, we use  AND. Note: i. Do not begin a sentence with  AND.            ii. Use a comma before the word (preceding)  AND.            iii. The final  'd'  of  'and'  is silent . Example:  i. Kollam is a beautiful city ,   and  we have all modern facilities there. ii. The patient is improving. She can be discharged today. The patient is improving , and  she can be discharged...

    IELTS    Speaking for the Day - 01 May  2025                                Part 1 . Let us talk about technology. 1. What technology do you use, computers or cellphones? 2. What electronic devices have you bought recently? 3. Is there any technology you want to buy? 4. Is technology important in your life? 5. Is there any technology you don't like? 6. Did you use any technology when you were a child? 7. What do you think are the trends in technology compared to when you were a child? Part 2  Cue Card Describe a visit to a friend or relative that you enjoyed. You should say: * who you visited * when you visited * what you did during the visit * And explain why you enjoyed the visit Part 3 Discussion 1. Do people visit each other's homes in your country? 2. Do you think most people enjoy having visitors? 3. When visiting someone in another city, is it better to stay at their ...

    IELTS Writing Task 2  Agree/Disagree Task You should spend 40 minutes on this task. Write at least 250 words. Society would benefit from a ban of all forms of advertising because it serves no useful purpose , and can even be dangerous . To what extent do you agree or disagree? Include reasons for your answers and relevant examples from your knowledge or experience. Keywords 1. Ban all forms of advertising 2. It serves no useful purpose 3. It can be dangerous 4. What extent you agree/disagree? Task requirements 1. Why is advertising popular these days 2. Why some people argue that it should be banned 3. Do you think that advertising is useful 4. Do you agree or disagree with the statement Paragraph 1. Introduction    (Time: 5 min. words: 55- 60) Thanks to the exponential growth of science and technology, advertising has become ubiquitous ; however, it is often argued that it should be banned because adverts are futile and hazardous. (Paraphrase) . In this e...

    IELTS Speaking for the Day - 30 -04 -'25 Part 1 1. Could you please tell me your full name? 2. Where do you come from? 3. Do you live in a house or in an apartment? 4. What do you like about the place you live in? 5. Where can you find a lot of fish in your country? 6. How popular is fishing in your country? 7. What do most people of your country prefer eating, marine or freshwater fish? 8. Do you enjoy eating fish? Part 2 Cue Card Describe a difficult task that you had to do. You should say: * what it was * why it was difficult * what the outcome was * and explain how you felt after completing the task Part 3 Discussion 1. Do you believe that people in your country face significant work pressure? 2. How do people usually feel after a full day of work? 3. Would you describe yourself as being busy at work? 4. How can stress at work be reduced, in your opinion? 5. What motivates people to help their colleagues at work?  6. What can people do to feel happy at work? Part ...

Agree/Disagree Q:  Some people say that all wild animals need not be protected , but only those that face extinction . How far do you agree or Disagree?   It is often argued that the protection of the entire wildlife is not our onus ; however, we must ensure the continued existence of the endangered species. [Paraphrase]. This essay will dwell my opinion that I disagree with the statement because they are an integral part of the earth's eco-system  and as the most evolved among the creatures it is our responsibility to assure their continued existence. [Thesis sentence] To embark on , one of the reasons that threatens the very existence of the wild flora and fauna is the human encroachment  into the wildlife habitats. [Argument-1] . Firstly , forests are cleared for agricultural farming, depriving the animals of their natural niche. Besides , the unbridled felling of tress and leveling the hills and mountains for infrastructural developments deprive the animal...

  IELTS   Speaking for the Day Part 1 1. Where have you lived in the in the past five years? 2. What kind of a house do you live in? 3. What kind of a job do you expect to be doing in the next five years? 4. Did you have a memorable childhood? 5. What did you enjoy most in your childhood? 6. At your current age, what have you learnt about life? Part 2 Cue Card Talk about a place where you usually go to relax. You should say:  * what place it is * when you go there * what you do there * and explain why you like going there to relax. Part 3. Discussion 1. Why are companies investing in health and fitness of their employees?  2. Is physical exercise the only way to relax? 3. Can using the internet help you relax? 4. What do you think is more important, public health or economy of the country? Why? 5. Do you think governments should prioritise in public health over economies? 6. What are the benefits of investing in public health?  Part 3. Discussion - Sample Answer...

   IELTS Speaking Question for the Day.  Part 1 1. Could you please tell me your full name? 2. Can I see your ID? 3. Where do you come from? 4. Are you a student or do you work? 5. Tell me about your study or work. 6. Is it easy to find a job in your hometown? 7. What type of transport did you use to get your Test Centre? 8. Did you enjoy watching or playing video games when you were a child? 9. What were your favourite games when you were in school? 10 How do the people of your hometown spend their free time? Part 2 Cue Card Talk about an important appliance that is used daily in your family. You should say: * what it is * when it was bought * who in your home uses it most * and explain why it is important to your family Part 3 Discussion 1. Can you name another home appliance that people commonly use on a daily basis? 2. Do you think people these days accumulate unnecessary appliances in their home? 3. Where do most people in your hometown prefer shopping for their hous...