IELTS Energy English 7+ IELTS Energy 1102: Understand New Zealand Accents for IELTS
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Oct 26, 2021 Discover recommendations for TV shows and movies to understand the New Zealand accent, including the comedy folk band Flight of the Concordes. Explore popular productions like 'What We Do in the Shadows' and 'Thor Ragnarok', and learn about the impact of exposure to diverse accents on language learning. Also, explore the use of improvised speech in films and get test prep tips.
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Train With Authentic Accents
- Get familiar with different English accents because IELTS Listening uses many accents including New Zealand.
- Use TV shows and movies to train your ear while enjoying the content.
Student Success Sparked The Topic
- Clara, a Three Keys student, scored listening 8 and overall high marks on her first test attempt.
- Her example motivated the hosts to warn listeners about hearing thick New Zealand accents on the exam.
Use Flight Of The Conchords
- Watch Flight of the Conchords to hear primarily Kiwi accents and comedic dialogue.
- Use its songs and episodes on YouTube or HBO to build listening familiarity and enjoyment.