What does it mean to fix a key mistake?
A key mistake is a mistake that you need to fix if you want to increase your score.
If you fix a key mistake, it means that you can write an essay or have a mock speaking test without making the same type of mistake again.
Here are some examples of fixing key mistakes:
Writing:
- Key mistake (for Task 2): you didn't develop your ideas
- (after fixing) you can write relevant explanations and examples for any question because you've developed this skill by using the global feedback in the VIP Community and the Challenges & Skills
- Key mistake: word choice errors
- (after fixing) you can write an essay on any topic, and it is very easy for the reader to understand exactly what you mean in every single sentence because you follow the 100% rule and you've improved your vocabulary
- Key mistake: articles
- (after fixing) you can write an essay without article mistakes because you have learned how to use them
Speaking:
- Key mistake: Part 2 was hard to follow
- (after fixing) you can apply Chris' Part 2 strategy to any question and use clear signposting language when giving your 2 minute answer
Fixing your key mistakes does not mean that you can re-write your corrected essay and make it better. It means you don't repeat the same key mistake in your next essay or in your next mock speaking test.
The teacher will always tell you what resources you should use to fix your key mistakes, and you can find support with many key mistakes by using VIP Support.
