The section 3 is also known as Discussion. It lasts for 4-5 minues. The examiner and the test taker discuss questions generally relating to the subject which they have already spoken during Long turn. This section involves speculating and discussing more abstract ideas.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
It is an international standardised test of English language proficiency for non-native English language speakers. Probably, it is the most popular formal English test in the world.
IELTS Speaking
In Speaking part of the exam, candidates talk with the examiner in English. They start with answering questions about familiar topics, then prepare and present a speech according to a task card they receive. The last part is a more abstract discussion on a broader subject related to the topic of the monologue.
Assessment criteria are as follows.
- Fluency and coherence
- Lexical resource
- Grammatical range and accuracy
- Pronunciation