IELTS Energy English 7+ IELTS Energy 41: How Your Cultural IQ Can Affect your Speaking Score
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May 4, 2015 AI Snips
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Be Culturally Sensitive on Gender Questions
- Avoid making black-and-white statements about gender roles on the IELTS speaking test.
- Use culturally sensitive phrases to acknowledge differences without offending the examiner.
Use Phrases Showing Cultural Awareness
- Acknowledge cultural differences explicitly when answering about gender roles.
- Use phrases like "In my culture... however I realize in Western countries it's different."
IELTS Tests Cultural Adaptation
- The IELTS exam tests readiness for life in a Western cultural and educational setting.
- Showing cultural awareness indicates you understand and can adapt to this new environment.