Update from Academic IELTS exam, China

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Writing

Task 2 (Essay)
Some people think that students study more efficiently in groups, others argues that studying separately is better. Discuss the advantages of both ways and give your opinion.

Speaking

Interview
Do i live in flat or house?
What does it look like?
What can I see from the window?
Is there anything on the walls?
Questions about museum – do you visit there often?
Can u tell me something about the museum that you have visited?
Do you think visiting museum helps the children?

By the way, I think I answered well, because he listened carefully, agreed with me and asked me some questions similar to section 3. We spent a lot of time in part 1.

Little speech
A letter you have received. When, from whom and what was the content.

Discussion
Do you write letters often?
Do you think the conventional letter will disappear?
Compare telephone and letter.
What do people write in letter? (what kind of things)
Do you think in business letters are used much?
Why do you think it’s important in communication?
What are the benefits in face to face communication?