Speaking Exams - The Long Turn

In this week's Premier Skills English podcast, Rich and Jack talk about speaking exams. They focus specifically on the long turn which is the part in many international exams when the candidate has to speak alone for one to two minutes. Speaking exams can be difficult but there are things that you can practise to become better at them. Rich and Jack talk about the importance of using linking words to contrast ideas and the use of circumlocution strategies when you can't remember a specific word or phrase. They also share five tips that will help you get better at producing a long turn in exam situations. We also have a new football phrase for you to guess. Enjoy! https://premierskillsenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listen/podcasts/speaking-exams-long-turn