Linking words for speaking and writing

If you want to get a high mark, you should be able to logically connect your ideas both in speaking and in writing.  Below is the list of the most common linking words. Choose the ones you feel most comfortable with and use them in your speech and essays.

Writing 2: How to write a successful overview (summary)

When you describe a graph, your essay should consist of 3 parts: introduction, overview (summary) and the main part. The conclusion is not necessary in this piece of writing.

Introduction is the easiest part: just paraphrase the question of the task (don’t copy!!!, but paraphrase, that is write the same thing with your own words). 

IELTS Writing checklist: if you do this, you will get band 7 and higher!

You have written a good essay if:

IELTS Writing task 2: If you want to score high in IELTS writing, read these carefully!

KEY Writing tips.