1. Give natural, full answers but don't dominate. A good response is typically 2-3 sentences - enough to show your English but not so long that you're giving a speech.

2. If you don't know a specific word, don't panic. Use phrases like "It's the kind of thing that..." or "It's similar to..." to explain what you mean. This shows good communication skills.

1. Don't just describe what you see in the photos - react to them and relate them to the task. Use phrases like "It seems that..." or "This appears to be..." when speculating about the situations.

2. Keep talking until the examiner says "Thank you" - don't end your talk yourself with phrases like "that's all". Structure your talk with linking words like "firstly", "on the other hand", "another similarity is..."

1. In Part 3, don't rush to cover all five prompts. It's better to discuss a few points in depth. Use phrases like "Shall we start with...?" or "What do you think about...?" to manage the discussion naturally.

2. For Part 4's more abstract discussion, it's fine to think aloud: "Well, that's an interesting question. I'd say..." Listen to your partner's ideas too and develop the discussion, but don't interrupt them before they've finished their point.