#55: How to Use Examples in TOPIK II Writing (Without Sounding Basic)

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#55: How to Use Examples in TOPIK II Writing (Without Sounding Basic)

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Are your writing examples helping or hurting your TOPIK score?In this episode of TOPIK & Beyond, we’re diving into one of the most overlooked ways to boost your TOPIK II writing: giving better, stronger, more logical examples. If your essays tend to sound vague or too personal, this episode will show you how to upgrade your writing — with real-life phrases, expressions, and a sample prompt practice.What You’ll Learn:Why your examples may be lowering your scoreThe 3R Rule for effective examples: Relevant, Realistic, ReasonableNatural Korean expressions to introduce examples (like “실제로,” “한 조사에 따르면…”)How to practice using real prompts to sound more logical and formalYour Challenge: Take an old writing sample and upgrade your example using today’s tips — then send it to Eliza for short feedback!Want to improve your writing and get real feedback?Join the waitlist for Eliza’s new mini-program, TOPIK II Writing Confidence Lab — coming soon!👉Join the WaitlistDownload your free guide: 👉 Master TOPIK Vocabulary: Essential Words to Level Up from TOPIK I → IIGet flashcard-style vocab lists, examples, and practice tips to help you write and speak more naturally for the exam.  [🔗https://www.joaacademy.com/mastertopikvocab] Connect with Me🌐 Website: joaacademy.com📸 Instagram: @korean.joaacademy💌 Join the Korean FLOW Club: Practice real Korean every week — reading, listening, speaking & writing.If You Enjoyed This EpisodePlease follow, rate, and share this podcast with a friend who’s studying Korean!Your support helps more learners discover TOPIK & Beyond and grow this global learning community. 

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