Speaking (overview and part 1)

L1 overview

1.1 timing: strictly 11-14mins

1.2 scoring system: 4 scores

1.make senseuse; 2.good language; 3.avoid making mistakes; 4.pronunce phrases clearly (accent dosen't matter)

1.3 overall tips

know about the contest and the timing, don't give long answers in part1

go for natural conversation, don't hesitate, the examiners are not judging the quality of answers, just say the first thing

1.4 don't worry about

1.5 aims of Simon's course: methods and preparation

L2 part 1

2.1 short, fast, easy Qs and As

2/3 intro Qs, 4 on one topic, 4 on another

2.2 don't try to show off with ur best language, it won't help in this part

2.3 the best tenique

2.4 topics

test yourself, you can give negative answers as well

2.5 a full example of part 1

practice answering them with simple answers