For part 2, candidates are highly discouraged to read aloud the questions. You're highly encouraged to narrate the topic, as if you're telling a story or having a one-sided conversation. Stick to a tense consistently: if it's retelling a past experience, use past tense. The last question in this part is always about your opinion. Use phrases such as "I believe..", "I think..." I agree/disagree that...". As for part 3 (discussion), you only have 20 seconds to look at the task. That's when you divide the points with your partner and immediately decide which point you'll agree on together in the latter part of the discussion. You'd be penalized if you use other languages the moment you enter the exam room (yes, even for private discussion or to divide the points so watch out!). In addition, you must cohesive devices (for all tasks) - it's one of the requirements to get higher band grade. You're highly encouraged to help your partner out if they can't maintain the conversation. Ask your partner leading questions or point to the idea in the mind-map. You'd get extra points for helping your partner out. For the HOTS question that comes right after the decision making, there's no buffer time. You can ask the interlocuter to repeat the question if you're not clear about it or to freshen up your memory as you move along the task. You can talk about the HOTS question on your own (but make sure you give ample time to your partner to respond if you start first) OR do it in discussion format (highly encouraged).
the one that both of the candidates need to discuss with each other right? my teacher said it's okay if we don't use all of the points given but when the teacher ask you both to choose which one is the best, you can only use the one you both had discussed
You won't be penalized for not using all the points in the mind map. As long as you produce enough content for the interlocuter and assessor to assess in Part 3 (time limit: 2 minutes), you'd be fine. That's why, utilize all the time given for the discussion until you're told to stop. During the decision making part (1 minute), always make sure to reiterate that both of you agree on the same point BEFORE that 1 minute is up.
