What kind of house would you like to live in? Imagine waking up every day to a beautiful view of the ocean, or having @ spacious" backyard whete you can host barbecues with your friends and family. The type of house we live in can have a huge impact on* our daily lives and overall happiness. So, what kind of house would you like to live in? + Pethaps you dream of a cozy cottage" in the countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and fields of wildflowers. + Or maybe you prefer a sleek" modem apartment in the heart of the city, with all the latest amenities® at your fingertips. + Whatever your preference’, i's important to think about what kind of environment will make you feel most comfortable and happy in your home, “spacious spec! 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For example: + Instead of saying: '/ have a couch; » you could say: have a plush, comfortable couch that I love to curl up on and read books.’ This will not only make your description more interesting but also help you Speaking test. ‘curl up kV tot ot ll ina postion with your ats atid legs close to Your body. Ex: She culed upon the sofa towateh TV,IELTS Vocabulary about Places and Buildings In order to excel in the IELTS Reading test, it is important to have a strong grasp" of vocabulary related to places and buildings. This includes not only common words like ‘house’ and apartment’, but also more specific terms like ‘bungalow and ‘skyscraper’. By expanding your vocabulary in this area, you will be better equipped to understand the reading passages and answer the questions that follow, ‘Some useful vocabulary to focus on includes architectural features (e.g. column, arch, facade), types of buildings (e.g. office building, factory, hospital), and different types of. housing (e.g. condominium, duplex, townhouse). t can also be helpful to study words related to location and directions (e.g. north, south, east, west, intersection, alleyway) By developing a broad vocabulary related to places and buildings, you will be able to approach the IELTS Reading test with greater confidence and ski “rasp Joep (n) understanding Ex: He hos a good grasp ofthe asues “Column lem (0) Atal sri situture usually made of tone, wood, or maa that supports or decorate bullings. Ex: The roof ofthe temple vos held up by @ row o thick stone columns. “Arch tn) struture, consisting ofa curved top onto support, that ald the weight of something above often uted In bridges, doorways, and windows. Ex: Passing through the arch, you enter an open courtyard. “Facade /t s:d (nthe rat of a bullding, especialy ate oattractivebuldng. Ex: The facade ls made of limestoneSkim and Scan Strategies ‘Skimming and scanning are two important reading strategies that can help you g find information in a text. ‘Skimming involves quickly reading through a text to get a general idea of what itis about, while scanning involves searching for specific information by looking for keywords or phrases. + To effectively skim a text, start by reading the title, headings, and subheadings to get an idea of what the text is about. Then, read the first and last sentence of each_ paragraph to understand the main points. 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In the IELTS Reading test, it is important to be able to recognise paraphrased sentences as they can often appear in the questions. Being able to recognise paraphrased sentences will help you understand the luestion better and locate the answer more efficiently. It is also important to be able to paraphrase information in your own writing in order to avoid plag : er (Vo sy something again orn a diferent. way, Ex He restated his bef that ple.dje-.zan (a tho procass or practice of using anather persois ideas or wrk an pstencing that ts your on, Ex: Shs been accused of plagiarismExamples and Steps to Practice Understanding Paraphrase Paraphrasing Js a crucial skill for the IELTS Reading test. It involves rewording’ a sentence or passage while retaining its original meaning. This is ns in the te: st your ability. important bi to recognise paraphrased sentences. To practice understanding paraphrase, start by reading a paragraph and then see if you have retained the original meaning, Another effective way to practice understanding paraphrase is to take a sentence from a text and then find another sentence in the same text that has the same meaning but is worded differently. This will help you to identify different ways of expressing the same ide As you practice more, you will become better at recognising paraphrased sentences and answering questions based on them,Practice Understanding Paraphrase Exercise Reading jecognizing Paraphrasing in IELTS Original Sentence: The research suggests that regular exercise can improve overall health. ‘A: The study indicates that frequent physical activity can enhance general well-being, B: The investigation states that regular workout can boost overall fitness C: The examination proposes that consistent training can enhance overall condition. D: The survey shows that consistent exertion can enhance overall physical condition.Practice Understanding Paraphrase Exercise 1: Recognizing Paraphrasing in IELTS Reading Original Sentence: The researc! ‘ove overall health suggests that regular exercis A: The study indicates that frequent physical activity can enhance general well-being, B: The investigation states that regular workout can boost overall fitness. C: The examination proposes that consistent training can enhance overall condi D: The survey shows that consistent exertion can enhance overall physical condition, ‘Answer: Paraphrased Option A: The study indicates that frequent physical ctivity can enhance general well-being, Explanation: In the o iginal sentence, "research suggests’ has been paraphrased as “study indicates’ and "improve overall health” has been paraphrased as “enhance general well-being”Practice Understanding Paraphrase Exercise 2: Recognizing Paraphrasing in IELTS Reading jentence: TI nomic recession led to a rise Origin sulted in an increase in about an elevation i mic slump brought forth a growthPractice Understanding Paraphrase Exercise 3: Recognizing Paraphrasing in IELTS Reading Original Sentence: The novel's popularity captivating storyline and relatable character: ‘A: The book's fame arose from its engaging plot and characters that people could B: The novel b enthralling narrative and characters th: ame well-liked because of its onated with readers. C: The book gained po} story and ch ilarity thanks to its absorbing t with D: The no de captivating plotline and characters that w ichieved ecognition owing to relatable.