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Technology
Lesson
11
Level 4
IELTS Speaking Test Preperation
Lesson Target
In this lesson, you'll talk about how technology affects your daily life, its benefits and challenges. You'll practice giving clear opinions about gadgets, apps, and modern inventions.
Warm-Up
Discuss the warm-up words with your tutor.
device
internet
smartphone
Vocabulary
Practice saying these words with your tutor. If you don’t know one, ask your tutor to explain it.
Word
Definition
Definition
electronic device
noun (phrase)
stay connected
phrasal verb
set limits
phrasal verb
smartphone
noun
tasks
noun (plural)
robot
noun
check
verb
stay in touch
phrasal verb
send
verb
right away
phrasal verb
Use these words in sentences with your tutor to check that you fully understand their meaning and how to use them correctly.
Useful Phrases
I use my phone to...
Technology helps me...
I rely on...
One problem with too much tech is...
My favorite device is...
Response Structure
Begin with a clear answer or opinion. Then support it with details or examples using who, what, when, where, why, or how.
1
Give your main idea directly and briefly.
I rely on technology every day because…
2
Add details or examples to explain your main idea.
My daily routine would be very different without technology, since…
3
If you have a second idea, repeat steps 1 and 2.
Besides that, I also use technology to…
Practice 1
Read the dialogue with your tutor. Then, work together to analyze the student's responses. Try to understand the speaker’s purpose and find useful words or phrases you can use in your own answers. Finally, practice responding to the same questions with your tutor.
Examiner
What’s one app or electronic device you couldn’t live without, and why?
Chloe
I think I couldn’t live without my smartphone. I use it for almost everything in my daily life, like checking the news, sending messages, using maps, and even shopping online. It helps me stay connected with my family and friends no matter where they are. Without my phone, many tasks would take much longer or be much harder.
Examine the Response
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Why is this a good response?
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What's the main idea?
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Key details: Find the who, what, where, when, why, or how in the response.
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Which words or phrases can you use from these responses?
Examiner
Do you think technology makes life easier or more stressful? Why?
Chloe
I think technology makes life easier in many ways. For example, it helps us work faster, find information quickly, and stay in touch with people far away. But sometimes it can be stressful too, because people feel pressure to answer messages right away or always stay connected. So, it depends on how we use it.
Examiner
Do you think people spend too much time on their phones?
Chloe
Yes, I think many people spend too much time on their phones. Sometimes they check social media or play games for hours without noticing. This can take away time from family, friends, or even sleep. I try to control my phone use by setting limits, so I don’t waste too much time.
Practice 2
Read the dialogue with your tutor. Each sentence is missing either the main idea or a key detail. Use the dialogue to fill in the missing parts and complete the sentences.
Examiner
What do you think technology will be like in 20 years?
Chloe
In 20 years, I think technology will be even more advanced.
________________________________________. (fill in the supporting details)
Examiner
Would you like to have a robot at home? What would it do?
Chloe
Yes, I would love to have a robot at home.
________________________________________. (fill in the supporting details)
Examiner
Do you think social media makes people feel more connected or more lonely?
Chloe
________________________________________. (fill in the main idea)
So, it can make people feel both more connected and more lonely, depending on how they use it.
Practice 3
Answer each question clearly and completely. Start with the main idea, then support it with key details or examples.
Examiner
How has technology changed the way people study or learn new things?
What are some good ways to balance technology use and real-life activities?
Do you think technology will replace some jobs in the future? Why or why not?
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