IELTS Atlas

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The rule

Follow the order of the recording. Predict answer types from context.

Keep in mind

  • Answers come in order
  • Watch word limits carefully

Part 1 · Questions 3135

  1. Communication is not peripheral to modern careers — it is 31.
  2. Research shows most executive time is spent in 32______ — about 70% of a manager's day.
  3. Speaking clearly is not enough — you must communicate 33______, at the right moment.
  4. Poor communication creates 34______ — reputational, legal and safety.
  5. Communicators must pitch to different 35______ — board strategic, shop-floor concrete.

Part 2 · Questions 3640

  1. Good technical writers specialise in vivid, precise 36______ of complex processes.
  2. A common pitfall is using overly 37______ language with non-specialists.
  3. Organisations with strong communication are better at managing 38.
  4. Communicators must carry a certain amount of 39______ — for accuracy, timing and inclusion.
  5. The final recommendation is 40______ — in tone, medium and timing.

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