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Sarah was devastated.
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After months of preparation, she failed her IELTS test by just half a band.
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The reason?
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A simple mistake she made 24 hours before the exam.
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In this video, I'm going to share with you four incredible stories about four students
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that made one small change to their preparation 24 hours before the test that made a huge difference to their score.
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Each story focuses on one key area
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that you need to address the day before your test if you want to get the best score possible.
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Stay tuned because what you do the day before your test could make or break your IELTS score.
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Meet Sarah.
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She was a brilliant student with dreams of studying international business in London.
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Sarah should have easily got a band eight, but she made three critical mistakes in the 24 -hour period before her exam.
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Number one, cramming.
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I stayed up all night trying to memorize vocabulary and practice answers.
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I thought if I could just cram a little more information into my brain, I'd do better on the test.
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Number two, isolation.
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I shut myself in my room, avoiding everyone, especially my family.
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I was so focused on studying that I didn't want any distractions.
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Number three, negative self -talk.
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I kept imagining all the ways I could fail.
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Every time I made a mistake, I convinced myself I wasn't ready.
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These approaches might sound very familiar to you.
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It is natural that we want to cram as much information in as possible
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and work as hard as possible to give us the best possible chance.
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But as we're going to learn, it can backfire.
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By the time I got to the test center, I was exhausted, anxious, and my mind was a mess full of half -remembered words and phrases.
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I could barely focus on the questions, let alone give good answers.
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And the result?
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Burnout, anxiety, and a disappointing 6 .5.
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Sarah's confidence was completely shattered when she saw her result
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and she was about to give up on her dream of studying business in London.
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But in order to help her, I used this technique that you can use at home to identify the root cause of the problem.
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So I asked her on the night before the test, why were you so stressed out?
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I might fail.
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Why are you so afraid of failure?
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I'll let my family down.
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Have you spoken to your family about this?
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we have a winner.
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This is the real reason why she was so stressed the day before her test.
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So she had to have a very hard conversation with her parents
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and I'll let you know how that went in a second but let me tell you about her next attempt.
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How she prepared 24 hours before the test that massively boosted her score.
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So here's what she did.
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Number one she set a cutoff time.
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I stopped all IELTS preparation at 6 p .m the day before the test.
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It was hard at first.
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I felt like I should be studying every minute but Chris convinced me that rest was just as important as practice.
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Number two, relaxation activities.
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I took a long bath, did some light yoga and listened to calming music.
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It was the first time in months I'd allowed myself to truly relax.
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Number three, positive visualization.
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Before bed I spent 10 minutes imagining myself feeling confident and performing well on the test.
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I pictured myself calmly answering questions and writing fluently.
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Number four, early bedtime.
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I was in bed by 9pm to ensure I got a full 8 hours of sleep.
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I used to think sleep was a waste of time, but I realised how crucial it is for my mental clarity.
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Number 5, morning motivation.
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I read encouraging messages from my mum and dad over breakfast.
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It reminded me that I had a support system and that my worth was not determined by a test score.
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These changes might sound simple, anyone can do them, but those changes had a profound impact on her test score.
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When I walked into the test center this time, I felt like a different person.
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I was calm, focused, and actually felt confident.
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For the first time, I wasn't fighting against panic and stress during the test.
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I was able to think clearly and express myself well.
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And the result, she got an 8 .5 on test day.
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Now being calm, focused, and relaxed is very, very important.
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And you can achieve that by doing similar things to Sarah, but you need to identify the root cause problem.
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When she was able to sit down and speak to her parents she realized
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that her parents loved her more than getting a high band score
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or moving to london and getting a fancy degree she realized
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that she was much more than her test score once she realized
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that like many many things in life she realized
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that all the worry all the stress was in her imagination if you are feeling stressed if you're feeling worried
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Try using that technique by asking yourself several times, why?
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Why are you stressed?
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Why does that matter?
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Why do you care about that?
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Why does that make you scared?
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And get to the root cause problem and then address that problem and it will fix 80, 90 % of your stress -related issues.
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And finally, once you identify that problem, if you don't know how to fix it, share it with a friend, a family member, someone you trust.
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A problem shared is a problem halved.
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Next.
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Let's talk about Ahmed.
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His lack of practical preparation nearly cost him his chance at a prestigious MBA program.
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Let's look at what he did and have a think about why he got a much lower score than he deserved.
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I woke up to my alarm feeling confident, but as I checked the test center address,
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I panicked and realized it was much further than I thought.
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I rushed to get ready, but then I couldn't find my ID.
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By the time I found it and left home, I was already running late.
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Then the morning quickly went from bad to worse.
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There was unexpected traffic and I arrived at the test center 20 minutes late, sweating and stressed out.
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They almost didn't let me in to take the test.
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By the time I sat down, my heart was racing and I couldn't focus on the questions.
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To make matters worse, the deadline for the MBA program was within two weeks, so he needed his second attempt to go without a hitch.
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Here are the five things that he did in order to guarantee the best possible result.
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Number one, reconnaissance mission.
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The afternoon before, I did a practice run to the test center.
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I timed the journey and familiarized myself with the building.
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It gave me peace of mind knowing exactly where I needed to go.
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Number two, document preparation.
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I laid out all my required documents and packed my bag the night before.
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Three, multiple alarms.
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I set three alarms and asked a friend to call me as a backup.
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And before, backup transportation.
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I arranged a free ride with a friend in case there were problems with public transport.
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Knowing I had a plan B really helped me relax and sleep well that night.
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Number five, tech stack.
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I made sure my phone was fully charged.
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I had the test center's location stored in the maps, all of my IDs photographed, stored in my phone, and even the test center's contact information.
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These things might seem excessive, but they made a huge difference to him on test day.
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The night before the test, I felt so much more relaxed.
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I knew I had everything prepared so I could focus on getting a good night's sleep instead of worrying.
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I woke up calmly to my first alarm, had time to have a good breakfast and arrived at the test center with 45 minutes to spare.
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I even had time to relax and do some deep breathing before the test started.
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And the result, he went from 6 .5 to 8 just by taking those practical steps
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and he was able to do his MBA program.
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Now meet Mai.
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In the 24 hours before her test, Mai made some unhealthy choices.
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Number one, she pulled an all -nighter.
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I thought if I studied right up until the test, I'd remember more.
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I didn't want to waste time sleeping when I could be studying.
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Number two, caffeine overload.
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Drank so much coffee before the test that my hands were shaking and I couldn't sit still.
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Number three, skipped meal.
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I was just too nervous to eat properly and I thought I'd feel more alert if I was hungry.
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Her approach might sound very familiar to you.
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Many students believe that if they cram in as much information as possible, they will do better on test day.
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But it's important to remember that the IELTS test is not a memorization test.
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It is not a knowledge test.
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It is a communication test.
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And in order to clearly communicate in English, you need a clear, focused mind.
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Halfway through the reading section, it was like hitting a wall.
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My eyes couldn't focus on the words.
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My brain felt foggy.
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And I just started making silly mistakes.
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And the result of her ignoring her physical preparation meant
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that her score was far lower than what was required for her PhD.
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I was devastated.
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I'd studied so hard, but my scores didn't reflect my true ability at all.
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I realized I had sabotaged myself with my last minute preparation tactics.
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So for her next attempt, what we did was show her that her mental performance was linked to her physical performance.
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And we focused far more in helping her body perform well so that her brain could perform well on test day.
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So here's what we did.
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Number one, sleep.
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I went to bed early and aimed for eight hours of sleep.
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I also avoided screens for an hour before bedtime to help me fall asleep more naturally.
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Number two, balanced nutrition.
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I had a nutritious dinner the night before, grilled salmon, rice and vegetables.
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And for breakfast on test day, I had oatmeal with fruit and nuts.
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It gave me steady energy without making me feel sluggish.
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Number three, hydration.
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I made sure to drink plenty of water, but not so much that I needed bathroom breaks every 20 minutes.
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I also avoided too much caffeine because that ensures you get a good sleep and means you're not running to the bathroom.
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Number four, light exercise.
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I did a 20 -minute yoga session in the morning to energize my body and calm my mind.
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It helped me feel relaxed but alert.
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Number five, brain food.
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I packed some nuts and dark chocolate for a quick energy boost during the breaks.
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Number six, comfortable clothing.
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Being physically comfortable during the test was way more important than I realized
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and her score jumped from 6 .5 to 7 .5, and she was able to start her PhD.
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Carla's a software engineer, and she was used to speaking English every day at work.
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But the day before the test, she made a crucial mistake.
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I spent the whole day relaxing, watching Spanish movies and chatting with my family in Spanish.
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I thought I could just switch to English mode on test day.
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When I started the speaking test, it was like my brain was stuck in Spanish.
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I knew what I wanted to say, but the English words weren't just coming out smoothly.
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I kept hesitating and making small grammar mistakes I wouldn't usually make.
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This situation is very, very common.
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So on test day, you're going to be stressed out.
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And when you combine that with maybe speaking in your native language for a few days before the test,
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and you're suddenly expected to switch into English.
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It's a bit like an athlete trying to go into a big game without stretching and warming up first.
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So after speaking to Carla, it was very obvious why they didn't get the score that they needed.
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So 24 hours before their next test, we did a few things.
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Number one, English only.
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I committed to using only English for the entire day before the test.
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It was challenging at first, especially with my family, but it really helped me get into the right mindset.
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Number two, immersive listening.
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I listened to English podcasts on IELTS related topics during breakfast and my commute.
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I chose topics like education, environment, technology, things that often come up in the IELTS test.
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Number three, active reading.
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I read English news articles and books all day.
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I made sure to read actively summarizing main points and noting new vocabulary.
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Number four, speaking practice.
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I had lunch with English speaking colleagues and deliberately steered our conversation towards more complex topics.
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I even told them about my IELTS test, and they were happy to engage me in more formal discussions.
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Number five, English entertainment.
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In the evening, I watched English YouTube videos and a movie without subtitles.
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Now, some of you might be thinking, isn't she cramming?
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Isn't she exhausting herself?
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No, there's a huge difference between cramming for a test and just operating in English.
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But if you're feeling tired, If you don't want to be watching English movies and reading English books,
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just do nothing but try to get into that English warm -up 24 hours before your test.
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And you've guessed it, Carla was able to jump to a massive score and get the job of her dreams in America.
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本課的詞彙與口語要點
這節口語課以影片“IELTS Tips You MUST Know Before Your Test”為素材。 影片中反覆出現的詞有:test, English, score, hour。 這段影片共有 195 個句子、2269 個單詞可供跟讀。 講話部分時長為 12:05。 說話人語速較快,每分鐘約 188 個詞,會出現較多連讀和弱讀。 只有 81% 的單詞屬於英語最常用的 3,000 詞,詞彙難度較高。
影片中的重點詞彙
影片中 15 個值得學習的單詞,附發音和釋義:
| 單詞 | 發音 | 釋義 |
|---|---|---|
| preparation 名詞 | /ˌpɹɛpəˈɹeɪʃ(ə)n/ | 準備 /準備 |
| relax 動詞 | /ɹɪˈlæks/ | 鬆開 /鬆開, 放鬆 /放鬆 |
| alarm 名詞 | /əˈlɑɹm/ | 警報 /警報 |
| topic 名詞 | /ˈtɑpɪk/ | 主題 /主題, 話題 /話題 |
| practical 形容詞 | /ˈpɹæk.tɪ.kəl/ | 使用的, 實用 /實用 |
| technique 名詞 | /tɛkˈniːk/ | 技術 /技術, 技巧 |
| alert 形容詞 | /əˈlɝt/ | 警惕 |
| crucial 形容詞 | /ˈkɹuː.ʃəl/ | 關鍵的 /關鍵的, 決定性的 /決定性的 |
| convince 動詞 | /kənˈvɪns/ | 說服 /說服 |
| examination 名詞 | /ɪɡˌzæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/ | 檢查 /檢查 |
| panic 名詞 | /ˈpænɪk/ | 恐慌 |
| backup 名詞 | /ˈbækˌʌp/ | 備份 /備份 |
| yoga 名詞 | /ˈjoʊ.ɡə/ | 瑜伽, 瑜伽功 |
| vocabulary 名詞 | /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/ | 詞匯 /詞彙, 語匯 /語彙 |
| exhaust 動詞 | /ɪɡˈzɔst/ | 抽完 |
影片中出現的短語動詞
| 單詞 | 發音 | 釋義 |
|---|---|---|
| sit down 動詞 | 坐下, 坐 | |
| warm up 動詞 | /ˌwɔː(ɹ)m ˈʌp/ | 暖和(起來) /暖和(起來) |
| come out 動詞 | /ˌkʌm ˈaʊt/ | 出, 出來 /出來 |
| stay up 動詞 | 熬夜 | |
| wake up 動詞 | /ˌweɪk ˈʌp/ | 醒, 醒來 /醒來 |
值得反覆跟讀的句子
影片中簡短而完整的句子,可以直接用在日常對話裡:
- Why are you so afraid of failure?
- I'll let my family down.
- Have you spoken to your family about this?
- Why do you care about that?
- Why does that make you scared?
影片中的語法
說話人最常用的結構,並附上影片中的原話:
| 結構 | 影片中的用法 |
|---|---|
| 現在完成時 have/has + 過去分詞 — 過去發生但與現在仍有關聯的事 | Have you spoken · you've guessed |
| 被動語態 be + 過去分詞 — 強調發生了什麼,而不是誰做的 | was required · was linked |
需要注意的發音
說話人用了 32 次縮略和弱讀形式,例如 didn't, I'd, you're。請按聽到的簡短形式來說。
- “th” 音: clothing /ˈkloʊðɪŋ/, bath /bɑːθ/, breathe /bɹiːð/, athlete /ˈæθ.liːt/, unhealthy /ʌnˈhɛl.θi/
- “sh” 和 “zh” 音: preparation /ˌpɹɛpəˈɹeɪʃ(ə)n/, crucial /ˈkɹuː.ʃəl/, examination /ɪɡˌzæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/, rush /ɹʌʃ/, shake /ˈʃeɪk/
- 長單詞——注意重音位置: preparation /ˌpɹɛpəˈɹeɪʃ(ə)n/, examination /ɪɡˌzæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/, vocabulary /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/, devastated /ˈdɛv.əˌsteɪ.təd/, naturally /ˈnæt͡ʃ.(ə.)ɹə.li/
中文母語者容易讀錯的音:
- /v/ — 不要讀成 /w/,上齒輕觸下唇: convince /kənˈvɪns/, vocabulary /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/, devastated /ˈdɛv.əˌsteɪ.təd/, actively /ˈæktɪvli/, motivation /ˈmoʊ.tə.veɪ.ʃən/
- 詞尾子音 — 要讀清楚,後面不要加母音: relax /ɹɪˈlæks/, topic /ˈtɑpɪk/, technique /tɛkˈniːk/, boost /buːst/, alert /əˈlɝt/
- /r/ 和 /l/ 的區別: relax /ɹɪˈlæks/, alarm /əˈlɑɹm/, practical /ˈpɹæk.tɪ.kəl/, crucial /ˈkɹuː.ʃəl/, vocabulary /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/
如何用這段影片練習
- 先完整聽一遍影片,不要開口,記下不認識的單詞。
- 先用 0.75 倍速逐句跟讀,熟練之後再回到正常速度。
- 錄下自己的聲音並與原聲對比,特別注意 preparation, relax, alarm 這類單詞。
什麼是跟讀法?
跟讀法 (Shadowing) 是一種有科學依據的語言學習技巧,最初開發用於專業口譯員的培訓,並由多語言者Alexander Arguelles博士普及。這個方法簡單而強大:您在聽英語母語原聲的同時立即大聲重複——就像是一個延遲1-2秒緊跟說話者的影子。與被動聽力或語法練習不同,跟讀法強迫您的大腦和口腔肌肉同時處理並模模擬實的講話模式。研究表明它能顯著提高發音準確性,語調,節奏,連讀,聽力理解和口語流利度——使其成為雅思口語備考和真實英語交流最有效的方法之一。










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