Predict before you listen
A fast routine for the reading time before each part: predict the type of answer, expect paraphrase, follow signposts, then use it on an original Part 2-style talk.
45 min
Modulo 7 · Lezione 2 di 6
In questa lezione
- Use the short reading time before each part with the same five-step routine every time.
- Predict the type of answer from the grammar and meaning around each gap.
- Anticipate how a speaker will paraphrase the words printed on the question paper.
- Recognise signposting language and use it to keep your place or catch up.
- Apply the whole method to a Part 2-style note-completion task.
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Dentro questa lezione
- Why prediction works
- Your routine for the reading time
- Choosing keywords that actually help
- Predicting the type of answer
- Predicting paraphrase: the words will change
- Signposts: knowing where you are
- Worked example: an original Part 2-style task
- When prediction goes wrong, and what to do
- Timed drill: make the routine fast