Part 3 in 20 seconds

• 4 to 5 minutes of discussion after Part 2
• Abstract or opinion based questions
• Aim for 2 to 4 sentences per answer, 15 to 25 seconds
• Show balance, reasons, and a small example

Core skills for all prompts

• Give a direct answer first
• Add one reason and one tiny example
• If possible, add a limit, trade off, or condition
• Use calm tone and short pauses, not fillers

1) Compare prompts

Question types

• How is X different from Y
• Do young people and older people prefer the same thing
• How has A changed compared to the past

Answer frame: 2D Compare
Direct answer → Dimension 1 → Dimension 2 → Small conclusion

Useful linkers
whereas, while, compared with, on the other hand, more than, less than, similar to

BD model
Q: How is public transport in Dhaka different from smaller cities
A: Dhaka has more options, whereas smaller cities have limited routes. In Dhaka the metro and frequent buses cut travel time in busy areas. In Rajshahi the network is simpler but less crowded. Overall, Dhaka offers variety, but stress is higher.

Upgrade moves

• Add one number or place: metro Line 6, peak hours 8 to 10
• Add one concession: variety is high, yet delays still happen

2) Cause or Effect prompts

Question types

• What causes X
• Why do people choose Y
• What are the effects of A on B

Answer frame: Cause chain
Main cause → How it works → Example → Result

Useful linkers
because, due to, leads to, results in, therefore, as a result, so

BD model
Q: Why do many students prefer online courses now
A: Cost and access are key. Lower fees and flexible timing reduce pressure, so more students in towns outside Dhaka can join. For example, a friend in Rangpur studies data analysis at night. As a result, skill growth is faster without moving cities.

Upgrade moves

• Add mechanism words: access, incentive, barrier, trend
• Add a limit: this works best when internet is stable

3) Solution or Recommendation prompts

Question types

• How can we solve X
• What should governments or schools do
• What can individuals do

Answer frame: Policy pitch
One solution → Why it works → Example → Trade off or condition

Useful linkers
should, could, a good step is, this would, however, only if, provided that

BD model
Q: How can cities reduce traffic
A: Increase bus frequency on busy routes. Shorter waits make people switch from cars. If buses every 5 minutes link Mirpur and Motijheel, office workers would save time. However, funding and lane control are needed, or the change will be small.

Upgrade moves

• Add feasibility words: budget, pilot program, enforcement
• Add equity words: low income riders, accessibility

Language bank for Part 3

Balance and hedging
to some extent, in general, it depends on context, a major factor is, a minor factor is

Comparatives and quantities
far more, slightly less, a growing number, the majority, a small share

Reason verbs
encourage, limit, enable, discourage, replace, upgrade

Trade off words
benefit, cost, downside, risk, constraint, maintenance

Timing map inside one strong answer

• Direct answer: 3 to 5 seconds
• Reason: 5 to 8 seconds
• Mini example or data: 5 to 8 seconds
• Limit or condition: 3 to 5 seconds

Common mistakes and fixes

• Listing too many points → choose two strong dimensions only
• No example → add one place, number, or brief case
• Extreme claims → hedge with to some extent or in most cases
• Off topic stories → keep examples one line long

Fast drills

1) 2D Compare cards
Pick any pair: city vs town, online vs classroom, car vs bus. Speak two dimensions only.

2) Cause chain builder
Say cause, mechanism, example, result for three topics: exams, pollution, fitness.

3) Solution pitch in 20
Propose one policy in 20 seconds. Add one trade off word.

4) Hedge swap
Replace absolute words with hedges in five answers.

Mini templates to copy

Compare
Overall, X is more A, while Y is more B. For example, [place or number]. Even so, both share C.

Cause or Effect
The main cause is A, which leads to B because C. For instance, [tiny example]. As a result, D.

Solution
A practical step is X. It works by Y. For example, [tiny example]. However, it needs Z to succeed.

BD focused practice set

Education
Compare public and private universities.
Cause: Why do many graduates prepare for government jobs
Solution: How can campuses support entrepreneurship

City life
Compare Dhaka and Chattogram for job seekers.
Cause: What causes air pollution in winter
Solution: How can neighborhoods promote cycling

Technology
Compare cash and mobile wallets like bKash.
Cause: Why do small shops move online
Solution: How can users stay safe from scams

7 day plan

• Day 1: Write 10 Compare answers with the 2D frame
• Day 2: Build 10 Cause chains with mechanism words
• Day 3: Pitch 10 Solutions with one trade off each
• Day 4: Mix tasks. Record and time each answer
• Day 5: Add numbers or places to every example
• Day 6: Replace absolute claims with hedges
• Day 7: Full mock. 15 mixed questions, no notes

One page worksheet

1. Identify prompt type.
2. Write first sentence now.
3. Add one reason and one example.
4. Add one hedge or trade off.
5. Read aloud and check time.

Quick checklist

• I identify the prompt type in 2 seconds
• I use the right frame for Compare, Cause, or Solution
• I give one clear example with a BD context
• I add a limit or condition before I finish
• My answer stays within 15 to 25 seconds

Your next step
Take five past Part 3 questions. Label the type, use the matching frame, and record answers twice. In the second take, add one number or place in each example. This small upgrade will lift coherence and precision immediately.