Speaking Test Hints
CONCLUDING THE INTERVIEW
Requirements
When the examiner has finished the discussion in Part 3, the Speaking Sub-test has come to an end.
The examiner will thank you for talking and the interview is concluded.
• remember to thank the examiner for his or her time and say goodbye.
• as you leave the room, don't forget to remain positive - the examiner might not
have yet completely made up his or her mind about your score, and the final
impression you make is important.
If you have questions about the test itself, such as when the results will become
available, talk to the person in charge of the day's proceedings
What To Do and What Not To Do
1 Relax and remain in control right up until
the moment you leave the interview room.
2 Shake hands confidently, if you are invited
to do so, and thank the examiner for his or
her time.
3 Simply say:
"Thank you very much for your time. I
enjoyed talking with you. Goodbye."
... or a similar concluding sentence or two
of your own.
1 Do not tell the examiner how relieved you
are the test is over, and there is no need to
comment on your performance!
2 Do not overdo your friendliness at the end.
Be glad you did your best, smile and leave
the room.
3 Do not ask the examiner for your Band
Score. He or she is unable to give you that
information.
AFINALJWORD^...^
IELTS is a demanding and challenging examination. Because the Band Score you receive is
probably of great importance to your future you should a make a serious effort
RIGHT NOW to
achieve the level of English you require. Don't wait until tomorrow - tomorrow never comes.
Think deeply about what you can achieve with your life if you score well. Think about what you
will be able to do later.
Well-placed effort is always rewarded. The hard work you do now will eventually make your life
easier. A little pain now for a lot of gain later. That is the secret of success - perhaps the secret of
living itself- for learning never ends.
The first time you take any test you are unfamiliar with the way in which it is conducted and will
naturally feel slightly nervous. Many candidates take the IELTS test the first time for practice - to
get an accurate assessment of their level and to familiarise themselves with the process - before
taking it a second or even third time. Each time you must wait for three months before being allowed
to take the test again. It takes at least that period of time to increase your overall Band Score by one
Band, and requires intensive daily study.
Good luck ... and remember the Golden Rule
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