jueves, 9 de febrero de 2017

sábado, 21 de enero de 2017

STRATEGIES FOR THE MONOLOGUE

In the case that your monologue is too short and you need to complete it in order to speak for 2-3 minutes, here are some strategies that you can use.

You can use an introduction like this (or shorter):
First of all, let me introduce myself. My name is Mike, I live in Icod, I’ve been preparing this test for a long time and I’ve been studying English since I was at school. However, right now I’m terribly nervous, so, therefore, if I make any mistakes, sorry, I apologise in advance. Ok, wish me luck. Here we go.

Then you can use strategies to expand your ideas like these:
So, the question is: “Are you a spender or a saver?” ... repeat the question
Well, it’s not easy for me to answer this question, let me think…gain some time
Actually, I had never thought of this before…
By the way, the other day ... use a personal anecdote
Personally, I disagree with the idea that ... use a personal opinion

You can use a conclusion like this:
So, to sum up, as I said before, in conclusion, I am a spender. As I mentioned before, I adore shopping.

And finally an ending like this:
Well, that’s it. I hope you have liked it, and I hope I have passed the test!
Thank you for your attention!



IMPORTANT: use these strategies with moderation.

viernes, 13 de enero de 2017

CONTENTS FOR THE MONOLOGUES AND DIALOGUES

MONOLOGUES:
CARD 1
Do you believe in the supernatural?
PREPARATION TIME: 2 MINUTES
PRESENTATION TIME: 3 MINUTES

CARD 2
What are the biggest problems affecting Spain? Are you optimistic about the future?
PREPARATION TIME: 2 MINUTES
PRESENTATION TIME: 3 MINUTES

CARD 3
How would you describe yourself at a job interview?
PREPARATION TIME: 2 MINUTES
PRESENTATION TIME: 3 MINUTES

CARD 4
What are your resolutions for the new year? Do you have any regrets about last year?
PREPARATION TIME: 2 MINUTES
PRESENTATION TIME: 3 MINUTES

CARD 5
What is better, traditional or alternative medicine?
PREPARATION TIME: 2 MINUTES
PRESENTATION TIME: 3 MINUTES


DIALOGUES: 
Preparation time: 2 minutes
Presentation time: 4-5 minutes

CARDS 1 and 2 -Roleplay: polite enquiry on the phone. (2 different situations)
CARDS 3 and 4 -Debate about different applicants for a position in your company. (2 different situations)
CARD 5 -Debate about believing or not believing in the supernatural.
CARD 6 -Debate about alternative versus traditional medicine.

miércoles, 21 de diciembre de 2016

lunes, 19 de diciembre de 2016

SPEAKING TEST MONOLOGUES

CARD 1
Do you believe in the supernatural?
PREPARATION TIME: 2 MINUTES
PRESENTATION TIME: 3 MINUTES

CARD 2
What are the biggest problems affecting Spain? Are you optimistic about the future?
PREPARATION TIME: 2 MINUTES
PRESENTATION TIME: 3 MINUTES

CARD 3
How would you describe yourself at a job interview?
PREPARATION TIME: 2 MINUTES
PRESENTATION TIME: 3 MINUTES

CARD 4
What are your resolutions for the new year? Do you have any regrets about last year?
PREPARATION TIME: 2 MINUTES
PRESENTATION TIME: 3 MINUTES

CARD 5
What is better, traditional or alternative medicine?
PREPARATION TIME: 2 MINUTES
PRESENTATION TIME: 3 MINUTES






AGE AND HAPPINESS

viernes, 25 de noviembre de 2016

martes, 15 de noviembre de 2016

DEATH, MARIJUANA AND CONDOMS

Apart from the election of Donald Trump, the American elections had some interesting results. Check it out:

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2016/nov/08/state-ballot-initiative-election-results-live-marijuana-death-penalty-healthcare

jueves, 10 de noviembre de 2016

LISTENING: A SHIVER DOWN MY SPINE



WHAT ARE YOU AFRAID OF: CLICK HERE
DO YOU BELIEVE IN GHOSTS: CLICK HERE
GHOST STORY: CLICK HERE


AND THE WINNER IS...