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Reading

Reading Question Types

As long as it is a language test - the language, and the name of the text notwithstanding, reading is clearly one of the most, if not the most, challenging section. Here are some of the common question types you should be ready for.

Oct 08, 2024

OET

30 Words that Every OET Test-taker Must Know

Oct 08, 2024

Language and Grammar

Idioms - Agreeing and Disagreeing

In this post you will learn several idioms and idiomatic expressions that you could use when agreeing or disagreeing with someone. There is also an audio recording of three people having a conversation using those idioms. Read the conversation below. You will note that all the idioms have been underlined for you. Then and listen to the 🔉tape at the end of the post.

Oct 08, 2024

Language and Grammar

Boost Your Exam Score

This is the secret ingredient to quickly and surely improve your exam score.

Oct 08, 2024

Language and Grammar

10 Words For a Great Score

Use these words correctly an ensure a great score - Also take the embedded free test! Using Band 9 and GRE Vocabulary Using words correctly is more important than using big words. Correct grammar and spelling are essential for effective communication, as they help to ensure clarity and prevent misunderstandings.

Oct 08, 2024

Language and Grammar

Idioms for a Better Score

Idioms are a group of words whose meaning cannot be understood from the literal definition of the individual words. They are unique to each language and culture, and often reflect the history, values, and beliefs of the people who use them. This makes them difficult to translate accurately into other languages. Translating idioms word-for-word can lead to confusion and misinterpretation, as the figurative meaning of the idiom may not be clear. This is why many test takers struggle to understand idiomatic expressions and therefore pick wrong answers and end-up with lower then ideal scores.

Oct 08, 2024

Language and Grammar

Connecting Words in Writing

In this post we will look at the use, abuse, and the right use of connecting words. Read on to know more about how to write both with and without connecting words. Connecting words are also called transition words. While it is possible to write an essay without obvious connecting words, it may not be very clear or coherent for the reader. Connecting words help to show the logical relationships between different ideas in your text, and they also make your writing more engaging and interesting. However, overuse of transition words can make writing seem overly formal or robotic. It can disrupt the natural flow of language and make the text feel choppy or disjointed. While transition words are useful for guiding the reader through the text, relying on them too heavily can lead to redundancy and monotony.

Oct 08, 2024

Language and Grammar

By vs. Because

Many test takers and learners of English are often confused between 'By' and 'Because'. This simple post will help you understand the difference between the two!

Oct 08, 2024

Language and Grammar

12 Words to Boost Your Exam Score!

The article showcases a rich vocabulary, employing words like "apex" and "bacchanalian" to paint a vivid picture of Ibiza's transformation. It goes beyond mere definitions, using context to illustrate nuanced meanings, aiding reader comprehension and vocabulary expansion.

Oct 08, 2024

SAT

SAT Punctuation | Quick Reference

Here is a cheat sheet of punctuation that you could use for the SAT Test. These are especially useful for questions that test you on the standard conventions of English.

Oct 08, 2024

General Interest

11 Tips to Stop Over-preparing

It is common for us to keep thinking about things that are important to us. Whether it is applying to a particular university or studying for an exam.

Aug 08, 2024

OET

8 Top OET Reading Tips

The Reading Comprehension section is often considered the most difficult part of English tests for non-native speakers due to several interrelated factors.

Apr 26, 2024