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Discourse Markers for IELTS speaking, Parts 1 &  ...

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  • How often do you eat healthy meals? I try to eat healthy every day. ______, it’s hard when I’m traveling.
    However
    Conversely
    Looking at it from another point of view
    Whereas
  • Choose the missing discourse marker: Playing tennis, _________________, is a fantastic way to keep fit.
    For example
    To build upon my point a little more
    to name one is example
    In Particular
  • How often do you exercise? "_____, not as much as I would like.
    in particular
    on top of that
    to be honest
    that said
  • What reasons do people have for becoming vegetarian? "Some choose it for ethical reasons, _____, others do it for health."
    converesely
    this is why
    on the grounds that
    in addition
  • The following discourse markers are appropriate for which part of the IELTS speaking test: 'and, also, On top of that, but, even if, however, That said, so, because'?
    Part 1
  • True or False: "Personally, I think sleep is just as important as exercise for staying healthy." is an example of giving a reason.
    False (it’s an example of introducing an opinion).
  • Which discourse marker would you use to conclude a point? “_____, regular exercise, a balanced diet, and proper sleep are all key to maintaining good health.”
    To build upon my point a little more
    For this reason
    On the grounds that
    What it all comes down to
  • What do you like to eat when you go out for dinner? I usually order pasta, ______ I love Italian food.
    Due to the fact that
    As a result of
    because
    Owing to
  • Select the correct discourse marker to add detail: “Eating healthy is important. _____, regular exercise is also key to staying fit.”
    As a consequence
    Moreover
    Whereas
    Ultimately
  • Name three discourse markers used to add detail to an idea that are appropriate for use in Speaking Part 3.
    Moreover, Furthermore, What's more
  • Name three discourse markers used to give a reason or justification that are appropriate for use in Speaking Part 3.
    On the grounds that, for this reason, this is why, as a consequence,
  • Complete the sentence with a discourse marker to contrast opinions: “I think exercising daily is essential, ______ others might believe it’s not necessary.”
    Looking at it from another point of view, Whereas, Conversely, However
  • Can you explain why sleep is important for your health? Use “For example” to provide a reason.
    Example Answer: Sleep is really important for your health. For example, it helps your body recover and gives your brain time to rest.
  • Name three discourse markers used to introduce an opinion that are appropriate for use in Speaking Part 3.
    If you ask me, in my opinion, To my mind, from my point of view
  • True or False: "Looking at it from another point of view, not everyone is able to afford gym memberships." is an example of adding detail.
    False (it’s an example of contrasting opinions).