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Target: 4.0-4.5

Module 1: Pottery & Ceramics (Build-up)

Learn essential words, collocations, and sentence patterns before speaking.

⏱️ 10 mins • A2 Level

💡 How to use this lesson

👩‍🏫 Teacher:

Explain the goal and vocabulary to students; check answers during class discussion. Total time: 10 mins.

🧑‍🎓 Learner:

Review the new words and patterns first. Then try the exercises to check your progress.

🏺 Vocabulary Overview

Pottery is the art of making objects out of clay. Read these key words to build your vocabulary foundation:

kiln glaze lump saucer soften pinch potter shiny firm harden

A cozy craft pottery workshop with ceramic pots on wooden shelves, clay tools, and warm natural light

💬 3 Useful Sentence Patterns

Use these simple structures when answering questions about crafting and daily activities:

Pattern 1

"Last week I made ..."

"Last week I made a pizza with my sister."

Pattern 2

"At home, I often do ..."

"At home, I often do my homework in my room."

Pattern 3

"I would like to make ..."

"I would like to make a cake for my birthday."

✏️ Practice Exercises

Complete the tasks below to check your understanding.

Part 1: Vocabulary Review (5 Questions)

1. A person who makes bowls, plates, and cups out of clay is called a ________.

____ a. kiln ____ b. saucer ____ c. potter ____ d. glaze

2. Before shaping the clay, the potter takes a ________ of soft wet clay.

____ a. saucer ____ b. lump ____ c. kiln ____ d. potter

3. To make a cup smooth and shiny, we paint a thin layer of ________ on it.

____ a. glaze ____ b. saucer ____ c. potter ____ d. kiln

4. We put the wet clay pots inside a very hot oven called a ________ to bake them.

____ a. saucer ____ b. lump ____ c. pinch ____ d. kiln

5. A small round plate placed under a teacup is called a ________.

____ a. glaze ____ b. saucer ____ c. potter ____ d. kiln

Part 2: Collocation Matching (4 Questions)

Match each collocation on the left to its simple meaning on the right.

Collocation 1: shiny glaze

____ a. hard piece that keeps its shape ____ b. bright and smooth layer on a pot ____ c. oven for baking pots ____ d. press with two fingers in a soft way

Collocation 2: firm lump

____ a. hard piece that keeps its shape ____ b. bright and smooth layer on a pot ____ c. oven for baking pots ____ d. press with two fingers in a soft way

Collocation 3: hot kiln

____ a. hard piece that keeps its shape ____ b. bright and smooth layer on a pot ____ c. oven for baking pots ____ d. press with two fingers in a soft way

Collocation 4: pinch gently

____ a. hard piece that keeps its shape ____ b. bright and smooth layer on a pot ____ c. oven for baking pots ____ d. press with two fingers in a soft way

Target: 4.0-4.5

Module 2: Part 1 Speaking Practice

Listen to each question, record your natural response, and receive instant AI feedback on all 4 criteria.

🎙️ 15 mins • 8 Questions

Do you make anything at home, like a meal or a gift?

Click record and answer naturally in 2–3 sentences.

[Bài tập luyện nói]

💡 Model Answer & Notes

"Well, yes, I often make a simple meal like pasta after school. Um, it only takes about fifteen minutes. To be honest, I'm happy when I cook for my family."

• make a simple meal: cook easy food

• takes about: needs about this much time

• To be honest: what I really think

What do you do in the evening on most days?

Click record and answer naturally in 2–3 sentences.

[Bài tập luyện nói]

💡 Model Answer & Notes

"Well, on most days I do the cleaning and then watch videos. Um, I sit on the sofa with a hot drink for about an hour. It helps me relax after a busy day."

• do the cleaning: clean the house

• helps me relax: makes me feel calm

• a busy day: a day with a lot to do

Have you ever made a cup, a bowl or a toy from clay?

Click record and answer naturally in 2–3 sentences.

[Bài tập luyện nói]

💡 Model Answer & Notes

"Yes! Last week I made a small cup in art class. Um, I used a lump of clay and, well, it wasn't easy. The potter helped me put on the glaze, and I loved it!"

• made a small cup: shaped a cup from clay

• lump of clay: a piece of wet clay

• put on the glaze: paint the shiny layer on the cup

Who does the dishes in your home?

Click record and answer naturally in 2–3 sentences.

[Bài tập luyện nói]

💡 Model Answer & Notes

"At home, I often do the dishes after dinner. My brother washes the big pots and, um, I wash the plates and cups. It's not hard, so we share the job."

• do the dishes: wash plates and cups

• after dinner: after the evening meal

• share the job: each person does a part

Do you make mistakes when you speak English? What do you do then?

Click record and answer naturally in 2–3 sentences.

[Bài tập luyện nói]

💡 Model Answer & Notes

"Yes, I often make a mistake with words. But, um, I don't stop. I just smile, try again and do my best to explain. It's fine to learn from mistakes."

• make a mistake: say something wrong

• do my best: try as hard as I can

• It's fine: it is OK, no problem

Do you always do your best at school or at work?

Click record and answer naturally in 2–3 sentences.

[Bài tập luyện nói]

💡 Model Answer & Notes

"Yes, I always try to do my best with my homework. Um, when it's hard, I take extra time to practice. I'm happy when I work hard and get good results."

• do my best: try my hardest

• take extra time: use more time

• get good results: have good marks

Do you write a list before you go to the market?

Click record and answer naturally in 2–3 sentences.

[Bài tập luyện nói]

💡 Model Answer & Notes

"Yes, I always make a list before shopping. Um, I write milk, bread and fruit on paper. That way, I don't forget anything, and I save some time at the store."

• make a list: write things down

• That way: in this way

• save some time: finish more quickly

What gift would you like to make for your mother or father?

Click record and answer naturally in 2–3 sentences.

[Bài tập luyện nói]

💡 Model Answer & Notes

"I'd like to make a clay saucer for my mother. She drinks tea every morning, so, um, a handmade gift is special. I want to paint it with a colorful pattern."

• make a clay saucer: shape a small plate from clay

• handmade gift: a present you make by hand

• colorful pattern: a nice design with many colors

IELTS Speaking Part 1: Pottery and Ceramics

Module 1: Pottery & Ceramics (Build-up)

💡 How to use this lesson

🏺 Vocabulary Overview

💬 3 Useful Sentence Patterns

✏️ Practice Exercises

Part 1: Vocabulary Review (5 Questions)

Part 2: Collocation Matching (4 Questions)

Module 2: Part 1 Speaking Practice

Do you make anything at home, like a meal or a gift?

What do you do in the evening on most days?

Have you ever made a cup, a bowl or a toy from clay?

Who does the dishes in your home?

Do you make mistakes when you speak English? What do you do then?

Do you always do your best at school or at work?

Do you write a list before you go to the market?

What gift would you like to make for your mother or father?

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