Exercise 1: Collocation Recognition & Matching
This exercise helps you pair nouns with their correct verbs/adjectives.
Part A: Match the terms from the left column with the terms from the right column to form a common collocation.
Part B: Now, match the terms related to privacy, healthcare, and education.
Exercise 2: Gap-Fill with Context
Each sentence contains one incorrect collocation. Identify the mistake and rewrite the sentence using the correct collocation from the list.
- Many people are worried about the circulation of false news on social media.
Rewrite the following sentences using the prompt word given. Do not change the meaning of the original sentence.
- The trail of data you leave online is permanent.
FOOTPRINT
This exercise helps you plan an essay and select relevant vocabulary.
Essay Question:
Some people argue that the widespread use of technology like social media and smart devices has a negative impact on young people’s social skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Step 1: Brainstorming Arguments & Vocabulary
- View 1: Negative Impact (e.g., replaces face-to-face interaction, cyberbullying cases, addictive behavior)
- View 2: Positive or Neutral Impact (e.g., creates virtual communities, helps maintain long-distance friendships, is a tool)
| View 1: Negative Impact | Relevant Collocations | View 2: Positive Impact | Relevant Collocations |
| 1. Reduces in-person socializing | addictive behavior, social networking platforms | 1. Connects people globally | virtual communities, online presence |
| 2. Leads to new social problems | cyberbullying cases, online harassment | 2. Can be used for social good | digital influencers (positive role models) |
| 3. Creates a permanent record | digital footprint | 3. Enhances communication | smart devices as tools for connection |
Step 2: Write a sample body paragraph.
Choose one view from your table and write a coherent paragraph arguing for it. Use at least 4 collocations from the list.
Your Paragraph (Arguing for a Negative Impact):
Exercise 6: IELTS Speaking Part 3 – Practice Questions
Prepare short answers to these typical IELTS Speaking Part 3 questions. Try to incorporate the suggested collocations naturally.
- What are the main benefits and drawbacks of social media?
(Try to use: digital footprint, privacy concerns, virtual communities) - How is artificial intelligence changing the world of work?
(Try to use: workplace automation, unemployment risks, human-AI collaboration) - How can individuals protect their personal data online?
(Try to use: identity theft, data encryption, strong passwords) - In what ways has technology improved modern healthcare?
(Try to use: electronic records, telemedicine services, AI diagnosis systems)
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