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Target: 4.0-4.5 ⏱️ 25 Mins Lesson • Module 1

Vocabulary and Patterns

Let's learn key words and sentences before we speak!

💡 How to use this lesson

👨‍🏫 For the Teacher:

Use this 25-minute lesson to build vocabulary and practice IELTS Speaking Part 1.
Check students' recordings and guide them through model answers after they try speaking.

🎓 For the Learner:

First, review the words and example patterns in Module 1.
Next, record your own answers for all 8 questions in Module 2 before checking the model answers.

📚 Unit Words (Key Vocabulary)

10 Words

Here are the essential topic words for this unit. Read them aloud before practicing:

right 🔊 law 🔊 freedom 🔊 opinion 🔊 allow 🔊 punish 🔊 provide 🔊 poor 🔊 unfair 🔊 young 🔊

Part A: Unit Vocabulary Practice

1. Every child has a human ____ to go to school and learn.

Complete the sentence with one of the unit words above.

2. Parents should not ____ children to watch TV all night.

Complete the sentence with one of the unit words above.

3. In my ____, playing outside is good for young kids.

Complete the sentence with one of the unit words above.

4. Schools should ____ free books for students who need them.

Complete the sentence with one of the unit words above.

5. It is ____ when some children cannot get an education.

Complete the sentence with one of the unit words above.

Part B: Match Common Collocations

Match each collocation on the left to its simple meaning on the right. Select one option per row:

Collocation

create an official rule

be allowed to do something

give support to someone

say what you think

1. have the right

____ create an official rule ____ be allowed to do something ____ give support to someone ____ say what you think

2. make a law

____ create an official rule ____ be allowed to do something ____ give support to someone ____ say what you think

3. express an opinion

____ create an official rule ____ be allowed to do something ____ give support to someone ____ say what you think

4. provide help

____ create an official rule ____ be allowed to do something ____ give support to someone ____ say what you think

Part C: 3 Useful Speaking Sentence Patterns

Pattern 1: Giving Examples

"I like ... such as ..."

Use this pattern to name specific things you enjoy.

Example: "I like outdoor sports such as football and running."

Pattern 2: Adding Detail

"For example, I ..."

Use this pattern to explain what you do in detail.

Example: "For example, I read storybooks before going to sleep."

Pattern 3: Stating Opinions

"I think every child should ..."

Use this pattern to say what is important for children.

Example: "I think every child should eat healthy food every day."

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Module 2 • Part 1 Practice 🎙️ 8 Free-Speaking Questions

Speaking Part 1: School & Childhood

Answer these 8 questions using your microphone and get instant feedback!

1 AI Graded

What do you like most about your school days?

Fluency and Coherence Lexical Resource Grammatical Range and Accuracy Pronunciation

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"Well, to be honest, I loved spending time with my friends at break. We always played badminton on the field, and, um, I didn't want to go back to class. It made my day, really."

Useful Phrases & Notes:

• Well, to be honest: a spoken start when you give a real thought

• loved spending time with: liked being with someone very much

• made my day: made me feel very happy (an idiom)

2 AI Graded

What do children in your town do after school?

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"Well, you know, most kids head straight home to do their homework. After that, they ride bikes in the park or play games together, and, um, it's a lot of fun."

Useful Phrases & Notes:

• Well, you know: a spoken filler while you think

• head straight home: go home right away

• a lot of fun: very enjoyable

3 AI Graded

Do you think every child should go to school? Why?

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"Yes, definitely. I strongly believe school gives children basic skills like reading and math. Also, um, it's very important because they learn how to make friends. That's why I think so."

Useful Phrases & Notes:

• Yes, definitely: a strong yes

• I strongly believe: I am very sure that

• That's why: this is the reason

4 AI Graded

What can adults do to help children?

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"In my opinion, adults can listen to children more. For example, parents can read stories at night, and, um, they don't need to spend money. They can just show them love."

Useful Phrases & Notes:

• In my opinion: what I think

• For example: one real case to show my idea

• show them love: let someone feel you care

5 AI Graded

What was your favourite game when you were small?

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"Well, let me see, I was really into hide-and-seek when I was little. We played in our garden every afternoon, and, um, I couldn't wait to get home from school. It was so much fun."

Useful Phrases & Notes:

• let me see: a spoken filler while you think

• really into: liked it very much

• so much fun: very enjoyable

6 AI Graded

Do children in your country have enough time to play?

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"Honestly, I don't think so. Many children have too much homework these days. They spend hours at school and extra classes, so, um, they hardly ever get time to have fun."

Useful Phrases & Notes:

• Honestly, I don't think so: polite spoken disagreement

• too much homework: many school tasks

• hardly ever: almost never

• have fun: enjoy free time

7 AI Graded

Who helped you when you were a child?

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"Without a doubt, my grandmother took care of me when I was little. She helped me with my homework, cooked nice meals and, um, gave me good advice. I'm really thankful to her."

Useful Phrases & Notes:

• Without a doubt: I am very sure

• took care of: looked after someone

• helped me with: gave me support with a task

8 AI Graded

What do you think a child needs to be happy?

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"To be honest, I think kids need a safe home and a loving family first. Also, um, they need time to play with friends. That's what makes them happy."

Useful Phrases & Notes:

• To be honest: I want to say what I really think

• a safe home: a place where a child feels protected

• time to play: free hours for games and fun

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Great Job Completing Module 2!

You have practiced all 8 IELTS Speaking Part 1 questions. Check your AI evaluation for feedback on Fluency and Coherence, Lexical Resource, Grammatical Range and Accuracy, and Pronunciation.

IELTS Speaking Part 1: Children's Rights and School

Vocabulary and Patterns

💡 How to use this lesson

📚 Unit Words (Key Vocabulary)

Part A: Unit Vocabulary Practice

Part B: Match Common Collocations

Part C: 3 Useful Speaking Sentence Patterns

"I like ... such as ..."

"For example, I ..."

"I think every child should ..."

Speaking Part 1: School & Childhood

What do you like most about your school days?

What do children in your town do after school?

Do you think every child should go to school? Why?

What can adults do to help children?

What was your favourite game when you were small?

Do children in your country have enough time to play?

Who helped you when you were a child?

What do you think a child needs to be happy?

Great Job Completing Module 2!

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