To get ready for Speaking Task 4, I usually start by quickly reading the academic passage, focusing on identifying the main idea and, if possible, a few important supporting details. While listening to the lecture, I take brief notes, especially paying attention to how the professor gives examples that relate to the reading. When it’s time to speak, I use my notes to connect the main concept from the passage with the professor’s explanations or examples.
I rely on some helpful starter phrases to stay organized and clear. For the reading, I often begin with phrases like “According to the passage,” “The passage mentions that,” or “The passage explains that. Finally, to connect or wrap things up, I say things like “This example supports the idea presented in the reading,” or “This shows how the professor links the lecture to the reading.” These structured phrases help me stay on track and make my response more coherent.
I rely on some helpful starter phrases to stay organized and clear. For the reading, I often begin with phrases like “According to the passage,” “The passage mentions that,” or “The passage explains that. Finally, to connect or wrap things up, I say things like “This example supports the idea presented in the reading,” or “This shows how the professor links the lecture to the reading.” These structured phrases help me stay on track and make my response more coherent.