IELTS Energy 799: Why High-Context Culture May Lower Renata’s IELTS Score

Can our culture hurt our IELTS scores? Jessica interviews Renata, a student from the high-context culture of Brazil. Her Speaking Exam experience was an excellent example of this difference between English-speaking cultures and many others. Speakers in high-context cultures often provide detail and context before stating their opinion. English speakers usually state their opinion immediately...