Expanding answers effectively (Practice Test)

1. What is the best way to extend a simple answer?
(A) Give one-word responses
(B) Use the “ARE” method (Answer-Reason-Example)
(C) Repeat the question
(D) Change the subject

2. Which response expands the answer most effectively?
Question: “Do you enjoy sports?”
(A) “Yes.”
(B) “Yes, I love basketball because it’s exciting.”
(C) “Sports are good.”

3. How can you develop your opinion in Part 3?
(A) State your view without explanation
(B) Use “PEEL” (Point-Example-Explain-Link)
(C) Give unrelated facts
(D) Speak very quickly

4. Which technique helps create longer answers?
(A) The “3S” rule (Short-Simple-Silent)
(B) The “3C” method (Context-Content-Conclusion)
(C) Speaking in fragments
(D) Avoiding all examples

5. What should you include when describing experiences?
(A) Just the basic facts
(B) Sensory details (what you saw/heard/felt)
(C) Only future plans
(D) Other people’s opinions

6. Which phrase helps transition between ideas?
(A) “Um… like…”
(B) “For example… Moreover… Therefore…”
(C) “Whatever…”
(D) “I think… I think… I think…”

7. How can you expand answers about the future?
(A) Say “I don’t know”
(B) Use predictions with “might/probably/will likely”
(C) Talk only about the past
(D) Give unrealistic fantasies

8. What makes comparisons effective for expansion?
(A) They confuse the examiner
(B) They show vocabulary range and analytical skills
(C) They shorten answers
(D) They avoid giving opinions

9. Which Part 2 strategy ensures full development?
(A) Ignoring the bullet points
(B) Covering all cue card prompts equally
(C) Speaking only about one point
(D) Making up imaginary stories

10. What should you avoid when expanding answers?
(A) Giving relevant examples
(B) Repeating the same idea in different words
(C) Using varied vocabulary
(D) Connecting ideas logically