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IELTS

Preparation

Index

Listening

Academic Reading

Undestanding IELTS

General Reading

General Writing

Academic Writing

Speaking Test Samples

Sample Tests

Speaking

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Thanks

Timeline

01 Understanding IELTS

Getting familiar with how the IELTS test works

01 What is IELTS?

International English Language Testing System IELTS is an English test that assesses your listening, reading, writing and speaking skills.It helps you develop the kind of English you will need in everyday life whether you are at college, at work or talking to friends. There are two test types: IELTS Academic is for higher education or professional training. IELTS General Training is for secondary education, migration, work or training. The test is made up of:

You can choose either computer-delivered or paper-based IELTS for your Academic or General Training test. The only difference is for the Listening, Reading and Writing sections of your test, you can either type or write your answers. The choice is yours. The Speaking test is the same for both tests and is done face-to-face with a qualified IELTS Examiner.

02 IELTS test format

Test takers who understand the format of IELTS are at an advantage. Make sure you’re familiar with how IELTS testing works. You’ll take the first three parts of the test on the same day, in the following order: Listening, Reading, and Writing (there are no breaks between these tests). Your Speaking test will be held either on the same day or seven days before or after that, depending on local arrangements.

Listening

You will listen to four recordings of native English speakers and then write your answers to a series of questions.

Recording 1: a conversation between two people set in an everyday social context.
Recording 2: a monologue set in an everyday social context, e.g. a speech about local facilities
Recording 3: a conversation between up to four people set in an educational or training context, e.g. a university tutor and a student discussing an assignment.
Recording 4: a monologue on an academic subject, e.g. a university lecture

Format

The IELTS Listening test takes approximately 30 minutes, and you are allowed an extra 10 minutes to transfer your answers from your question booklet to your answer sheet.

Timing

Number of questions

40 questions.

Each correct answer receives one mark. Scores out of 40 are converted to the IELTS 9-band scale. Scores are reported in whole and half bands.

Marks

Task Types

A variety of question types are used, chosen from the following: multiple choice, matching, plan/map/diagram labelling, form/note/table/flow-chart/summary completion, sentence completion.

Answersheet

Download the Listening test answer sheet.

Academic Reading

Three long texts which range from the descriptive and factual to the discursive and analytical. These are taken from books, journals, magazines and newspapers. They have been selected for a non-specialist audience but are appropriate for people entering university courses or seeking professional registration.

Format

60 minutes including the transfer time.

Timing

Number of questions

40 questions.

Each correct answer receives one mark. Scores out of 40 are converted to the IELTS 9-band scale. Scores are reported in whole and half bands.

Marks

Task Types

Fill gaps in a passage of written text or in a table, match headings to written text to diagrams or charts, complete sentences, give short answers to open questions, answer multiple choice questions.

Answersheet

Download the Reading test answer sheet.

General Reading

Extracts from books, magazines, newspapers, notices, advertisements, company handbooks and guidelines. These are materials you are likely to encounter on a daily basis in an English-speaking environment.

Format

60 minutes including the transfer time.

Timing

Number of questions

40 questions.

Each correct answer receives one mark. Scores out of 40 are converted to the IELTS 9-band scale. Scores are reported in whole and half bands.

Marks

Task Types

Fill gaps in a passage of written text or in a table, match headings to written text to diagrams or charts, complete sentences, give short answers to open questions, answer multiple choice questions

Answersheet

Download the Reading test answer sheet.

Academic Writing

Write in a formal style in the IELTS Academic Writing test. In Task 1 you will be presented with a graph, table, chart or diagram. You will be asked to describe, summarize or explain the information in your own words. This might involve describing and explaining data, describing the stages of a process or how something works, or describing an object or event. In Task 2 you will be asked to write an essay in response to a point of view, argument or problem. You should find the issues interesting and easy to understand.

Format

The IELTS Writing test takes 60 minutes. Spend 20 minutes on Task 1, and 40 minutes on Task 2. You will need to manage your own time, so make sure you move on to Task 2 after 20 minutes.

Timing

Number of questions

2 questions.

Each correct answer receives one mark. Scores out of 40 are converted to the IELTS 9-band scale. Scores are reported in whole and half bands.

Marks

Task Types

Two tasks: Task 1 and Task 2. You will be asked to write at least 150 words for Task 1 and at least 250 words for Task 2.

General Writing

The topics used in the IELTS General Training Writing test are of general interest. In Task 1 you will be presented with a situation and asked to write a letter requesting information or explaining the situation. You can write the letter in a personal, semi-formal or formal style. In Task 2 you will be asked to write an essay in response to a point of view, argument or problem. You can use a fairly personal style.

Format

The IELTS Writing test takes 60 minutes. Spend 20 minutes on Task 1, and 40 minutes on Task 2. You will need to manage your own time, so make sure you move on to Task 2 after 20 minutes.

Timing

Number of questions

2 questions.

Each correct answer receives one mark. Scores out of 40 are converted to the IELTS 9-band scale. Scores are reported in whole and half bands.

Marks

Task Types

Two tasks: Task 1 and Task 2. You will be asked to write at least 150 words for Task 1 and at least 250 words for Task 2.

Speaking

Part 1: The examiner will introduce him or herself and ask you to introduce yourself and confirm your identity. The examiner will ask you general questions on familiar topics, e.g. home, family, work, studies and interests. This section should help you relax and talk naturally. Part 2: The examiner will give you a task card which asks you to talk about a particular topic, including points to include in your talk. You will be given one minute to prepare and make notes. You will then be asked to talk for 1-2 minutes on the topic. You will not be interrupted during this time, so it is important to keep talking. The examiner will then ask you one or two questions on the same topic. Part 3: The examiner will ask you further questions which are connected to the topic of Part 2. These questions are designed to give you an opportunity to discuss more abstract issues and ideas.

Format

Timing

11-14 minutes.

You will be assessed on your performance throughout the test by certificated IELTS examiners. You will be marked on the four criteria: fluency and coherence, lexical resource, grammatical range and accuracy, pronunciation.

Marks

Fluency and Cohesion

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Lexical Resource

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