How to improve fluency and coherence (Practice Test)

1. What is the most effective daily practice for fluency?
(A) Memorizing scripted answers
(B) Recording yourself speaking for 5 minutes daily
(C) Only practicing with native speakers
(D) Avoiding all pauses

2. Which technique improves coherence most?
(A) Using random facts in answers
(B) Following the “PEEL” structure
(C) Speaking as fast as possible
(D) Repeating the same idea

3. How should you handle pauses?
(A) Never pause at all
(B) Use 2-3 second pauses to think naturally
(C) Always say “ummm” while thinking
(D) Pause for 10+ seconds frequently

4. Which linking phrase is most effective?
(A) “And… and… also…”
(B) “Firstly, because… Moreover… In conclusion…”
(C) “Whatever…”
(D) “Like, you know…”

5. What should you do if you forget a word?
(A) Freeze completely
(B) Paraphrase
(C) Switch to your native language
(D) Ask the examiner to give you the word

6. Which practice is best for coherence?
(A) Answering with one word
(B) Using the “3-Sentence Rule”
(C) Changing topics mid-answer
(D) Avoiding all connectors

7. What ruins fluency most?
(A) Occasional self-correction
(B) Long pauses + excessive fillers
(C) Natural rhythm
(D) Asking for clarification

8. How to extend Part 2 answers coherently?
(A) List unrelated points
(B) Follow cue card prompts in order
(C) Ignore the timer
(D) Speak in bullet points

9. Which response shows good coherence?
Topic: “Is technology helpful for education?”
(A) “Yes. No. Maybe.”
(B) “Yes, because… For instance… However…”
(C) “I like phones. Food is tasty.”

10. What’s the best fluency drill?
(A) Reading silently
(B) Shadowing news reporters
(C) Writing essays only
(D) Avoiding difficult topics