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Introduction In the IELTS Reading identifying information (True/False/Not given) task, you will be given a text and a set of statements. You will need to read the text and ascertain whether each statement is true, false or not given as per the given text. Most of us have experienced True / False questions in our academic life, but we have not had any exposure to Not-given questions. This adds a new dimension to the True / False questions we have experience with. This is why a solid strategy is needed to counter these questions successfully. IELTS Reading Identifying information sample task Downloadable link to the text Academic-Reading-identifying-information-text Downloadable link to the questions Academic-Reading-identifying-information-questions Tips Avoid wasting too much time on the not-given statements One of the biggest challenges with this…

Introduction In the IELTS Reading multiple choice question you will be given a text to read and based on the information provided in the text you will need to select the correct option from the given choices. To select the correct answer you will need to eliminate the incorrect ones. IELTS Reading Multiple choice sample task Downloadable link to the sample question Academic-Reading-multiple-choice-Sample-Task-1 IELTS Reading multiple choice Strategy Read the questions and identify keywords Read and understand the given questions and identify the keywords. This is an important step as it helps you focus on the relevant information, saving time when searching for the correct answers. Make a mental note of what information you need to check for to answer the given questions. 1. In paragraph one, the writer suggests…

Introduction IELTS Listening table completion is a task where you must fill in the blanks in a table with rows and columns after listening to and identifying the correct answers from a recording. Table completion sample task Source: Official IELTS website www.https://ielts.org Strategy Before the recording Read the question Utilize the time before the recording to read the question carefully. Make a mental note of how many words can be used to answer the question as this can vary. Example Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer As the question clearly states stick to using a maximum of three words or a number for each answer. If you exceed the limit specified in the question you will lose marks. Read the column headings Make sure to…

Introduction In the IELTS Listening note completion question you will need to listen to a recording and fill in the blanks in the notes given. Note-taking is a common activity we all have done in different scenarios, like taking notes in college, in our office meetings or during telephone conversations, etc. It involves writing down the important points of what we hear in a manner that makes sense when we read it back later. Note completion sample task Source: Official IELTS website www.https://ielts.org Strategy Before the recording Read the question Utilize the time before the recording to read the question carefully. Make a mental note of how many words can be used to answer the question as this can vary. Example Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for…

Introduction For the IELTS listening matching information question type you will need to listen to a recording and match two sets of information. This question type normally occurs in parts 1 and 3 where you hear a conversation between two or more people. Matching information sample task Source: Official IELTS website www.https://ielts.org Strategy Before the recording Read the question Utilize the time before the recording to read the question carefully. Try to understand what is being asked in the question as this will help you answer the questions. Understand what is being asked Source: Official IELTS website www.https://ielts.org In the question above you are given three options, each of these options is a decision taken by Jack for the various courses. You need to match the decision made by Jack for each…

Introduction In the IELTS Listening plan/map/diagram labelling question you will need to listen to a recording and label the given plan/map/diagram. This could be a map of a building, a college campus a map of a city etc. This type of question is considered easier because the graphic (plan/map/diagram) contains a lot of clues. Plan/map/diagram labelling sample task Source: Official IELTS website www.https://ielts.org Strategy Before the recording Read the question Utilize the time before the recording to read the question carefully. Read the instructions carefully about what needs to be done. The instructions can vary in this question type. Example Source: Official IELTS website www.https://ielts.org The instructions above clearly specify that you must choose only Five answers from the box with 9 options(A-I). Four of the given options will not be used.…

Introduction Sentence completion is an IELTS Listening task that requires you to listen to a recording and complete the sentences given by choosing the correct answers from the recording. In this question type, you will hear a conversation between two individuals talking about a training or an educational situation. Sentence completion sample task Source: Official IELTS website www.https://ielts.org Strategy Before the recording Read the question Utilize the time before the recording to read the question carefully. Make a mental note of how many words can be used to answer the question as this can vary. Example Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer It is critical to stick to the word limit mentioned in the question or you will lose marks. The example above clearly states to use no…

Introduction In the IELTS Listening short answer questions, you will hear a monologue about everyday life or a social context e.g. a recruiter hiring for a particular job and, you will need to answer the questions by choosing the correct answers from the recording you hear. Short answer question sample task Source: Official IELTS website www.https://ielts.org Strategy Before the recording Read the question Utilize the time before the recording to read the question carefully. Make a mental note of how many words can be used to answer the question as this can vary. Example 1 Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer. Example 2 Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer. Example 3 Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD AND/OR A…

Introduction IELTS Listening multiple choice is a question type where you have to listen to a recording and select one or more than one answer option from the given choices. This is one of the most difficult task types in the listening section of the IELTS test. This task is difficult because it requires you to multi-task. You have to read and understand the question, listen to the recording and find the correct answers. Types of IELTS Listening Multiple choice There are two types of multiple choice questions in the IELTS Listening test. Multiple choice(one answer) - In this type of question you have to select one option as an answer from the given 3 or 4 options. Multiple choice(Multiple answers) - In this type of question you have to…

Attempting the IELTS Speaking test can be unnerving. The thought of giving a recorded interview to a total stranger can unsettle even a native English speaker. So you must prepare and practice for the test, however, Before you start practising it is also important to understand what to expect in the test. The IELTS Speaking test is identical for both IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training. The test lasts 11 to 14 minutes. It is a recorded face-to-face interview between the examiner and the test taker. Skills tested IELTS Speaking tests the following skills Fluency Vocabulary Grammar Pronunciation The test has three parts Part 1 In part 1, the examiner will ask questions about yourself, your family, interests, hobbies, etc. It lasts for about 4-5 minutes. The interaction in part…