Language Focus: Common Exam Instructions
Objective
Learn common IELTS instruction words and write one short instruction sentence in My Notes.
6 min
Read the instruction words. Say one meaning aloud for yourself. Then write one short instruction in My Notes.
- Read each instruction word.
- Say the simple meaning aloud. You do not need to Write this part.
- Look at the example.
- Write one short task instruction of your own in the My Notes.
Listen to each instruction word twice, then repeat it aloud.
Audio
Pronunciation drill audio
IELTS tasks tell you what to do. If you miss the instruction word, you may give the wrong kind of answer.
Concept explanation
An instruction word tells you the action. It tells you to choose, complete, match, write, or identify.
- Choose: pick from a list.
- Complete: fill a gap.
- Match: connect two things.
- Write: put words in the answer space.
- Identify: find and name something.
Task
First, say one instruction word aloud. You do not need to Write the speaking part.
Then write one short instruction in My Notes using one word from the list.
Use this frame:
___ the answer from the list.
You can use: Choose, Complete, Match, Write, Identify.
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Check your work
You can explain at least three instruction words and write one clear instruction sentence.
- You know the meaning of at least three instruction words.
- Your written instruction uses one correct action word.
- Your sentence is short and clear.
- Which instruction word do you want to remember first?