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Prepare for IELTS
Practice Tests: General Training Module ISBN 978-0-908-537-32-7
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Introduction……….
9
The IELTS Test………
10
Improvement Tips………..12
The Day of the Test..……….16
Listening……….1
8
The
Listening
Test………...20
Listening Test Answer Sheet……….…23
Listening
Tests
1-5………...24
Reading……….
………..58
The
Reading
Test………..60
Reading Test Answer Sheet………..63
Reading
Tests
1-5……….64
Writing………
134
The
Writing
Test………..136
Writing Test Answer Sheet………..139
Writing
Tests
1-5……….143
Speaking……….………
154
The
Speaking
Test……….
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Speaking
Tests
1-5………..159
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CONTENTS
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Answers and Transcripts……….………
165
Acknowledgments……….
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The IELTS Test………..10 Improvement Tips……….12 The Day of the Test………16
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THE IELTS TEST
INTRODUCTION
ABOUT
THE
IELTS
TEST
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The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) was introduced in 1989 to help universities and colleges assess the English skills of applicants wishing to study or train in the English language. It continues to be used for this purpose and is also used as a general test of English for immigration and employment in many countries.
Candidates must choose to sit either the Academic or the General Training IELTS test.
The Academic IELTS test is for individuals who plan to study in English at university (undergraduate or postgraduate level), and is designed to test the understanding and use of complex academic language.
The General Training IELTS test is suitable for individuals requiring a more general level of English proficiency for college, high school, employment or immigration purposes. The IELTS test is divided into four sections: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking.
All candidates sit the same Listening and Speaking test. However, Academic and General Training candidates each sit a different Reading and Writing test. Detailed information on each test is provided at the beginning of each unit in this book.
THE TEST
FORMAT………..
INTRODUCTION
CONTINUED
HOW THE IELTS TEST IS MARKED
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There is no pass or fail mark in the IELTS test. Candidates
are marked on a band scale of 1 to 9 in each part of the
test. These bands classify a candidate’s ability to use and
understand English in particular contexts, and correspond
approximately to the categories of English proficiency as
listed below.
Band 9
Expert User
Band 8
Very Good User
Band 7
Good User
Band 6
Competent User
Band 5
Modest User
Band 4
Limited user
Band 3
Extremely Limited User
Band 2
Intermittent User
Band 1
Non User
Band 0
No Original English Used
The Test Results Form (TRF) contains a score for each part
of the test as well as an average (overall) band score.
Depending on various English language requirements,
individual universities, organisations and countries decide
which IELTS band score is suitable for their applicants.
For more information on IELTS you can visit the IELTS
website at
www.ielts.org
or ask your IELTS centre for a
copy of The IELTS Handbook.
IMPROVEMENT TIPS
INTRODUCTION
CONTINUED
TIPS ON IMPROVING YOUR ENGLISH
FOR IELTS………….
Candidates may sit the IELTS test as many times as they
wish. However, it should be understood that the average
learner requires approximately 400 hours of instruction
and study to progress just one band level in IELTS.
Before sitting the test it is important and helpful to:
1. Familiarise yourself with the test FORMAT (page 13) F
2. Improve your TEST skills with practice tests (page 14) T
3. USE your English skills every day (page 15) U
Many candidates enroll in an IELTS Preparation Course at
a language school to help them prepare fully for the test.
Combined with independent study, and daily practice
using the English language, a preparation course will help
candidates achieve their target band score. (See page 17
for an overview of what an IELTS course will usually
cover.)
INTRODUCTION
CONTINUED
1 KNOW THE FORMAT
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An important part of preparing for the IELTS test is
understanding the test structure. What are the sections of the test? Which section comes first? Second? How much time is allowed for each section? How many questions are there? How long must I speak for?
Familiarise yourself with the question types used. There are many different types of questions, and they do not all appear in each test version. However, knowing different question types will save you time because you will interpret the questions in the test more easily.
Once you are familiar with the test format, you will be more relaxed. You can focus on answering the questions rather than worrying about how many questions there are or how much time you have left.
IMPROVEMENT TIPS
INTRODUCTION
CONTINUED
2 PRACTISE THE TEST
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Effective test skills will best demonstrate your language
skills during the short examination time.
The first skill to practice is timing. You should practice
reading and writing under time constraints. Try speed
reading every day. Read short passages in a fixed time
(for example, set yourself three minutes to read the
passage quickly). You will not understand everything in
the first reading but you will become more familiar with
skimming a text to get a general idea of its main points.
You can then return to the text later to pay more
attention to certain parts.
Similarly, try writing for a set period of time every day.
For this exercise, total accuracy is not necessary; rather,
you are practicing getting your ideas down on paper
quickly. Set yourself a different topic each day (such as
computers, family or different countries), and write as
much as you can for five minutes. Write notes to your
friends or short descriptions of something you have seen.
Your speed will improve gradually, and this will be very
useful in the test when you must write a certain number
of words for each task in a set period of time.
Start with the tests in this book. Complete each under
test conditions then afterwards look at them again. What
type of questions were asked in each section? Multiple
choice? Short answers? Matching parts of sentences?
Filling in diagrams? Think about the kinds of questions
and what they are asking you to do. If you had problems
with any, do them again, slowly, so that you are sure of
what you are doing.
Always read the test questions carefully. Do not assume
that they will be exactly the same as the practice tests!
You might like to sit a real IELTS test ‘just for practice’.
You will get to know how it works, and can practice
working under test conditions. Then, when you are ready
to take the IELTS test, you will be familiar with the format
and will have already practiced your test skills.
If this is not possible, ask other students who have
already taken the IELTS test about their experience. Find
out which tasks they think require the most preparation.
T
INTRODUCTION
CONTINUED
3 USE ENGLISH EVERY DAY
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This is where the hard work lies. Test practice and
knowing the format will help you in the IELTS test by
leaving you free to concentrate on your language skills.
However, you will need to work hard to improve these
skills.
The IELTS test measures the extent to which candidates
possess the language skills needed for study,
employment or everyday life. For this reason it includes
tasks that might be found in real-life situations.
Therefore, you will not be able to simply memorise
answers. Your IELTS score will reflect your language ability
and how you apply it to certain situations.
If you enroll in an IELTS Preparation Course your teacher
will introduce and extend a range of skills such as those
highlighted on page 17.
If you do not enroll in an IELTS Preparation Course you
should try to immerse yourself in the English language.
Most experts agree that this is the quickest way to
improve.
This may be difficult if you live in a non-English speaking
country. However, try to find English interest groups, go
to English films, listen to English on the radio, join on
online chat room and read English books and magazines.
In an English speaking country this is much easier. Try to
spend as much of your day as possible using English. You
will probably end up dreaming in English too!
INTRODUCTION CONTINUED
…
THE DAY OF THE TEST
Follow these simple suggestions to help ensure the day of
the test goes smoothly.
Plan to arrive early (perhaps half an hour) so that if you
have unexpected transport problems, or some other delay,
you will have enough time to sort them out before the test
starts. There is nothing worse than arriving late, upset or
flustered. You need all your mental energy for the test!
Don’t you worry about the parts of the test that are
finished, or those yet to come. Concentrate fully on the
test you have in front of you.
Use your time carefully. Don’t spend too much time on one
answer if it means not answering other questions properly.
If you finish early use the time to check your answers
carefully. You might notice a wrong answer and gain extra
marks!
A FINAL WORD
…
The practice tests in this book are designed to help you
understand the nature of the IELTS test. You cannot use
your results
in these tests to accurately predict your
performance in a real IELTS test conducted under test
conditions. You can, however, use the practice tests to
understand the test format and question types which you
are likely to encounter.
Try to relax and do some activities which you enjoy. An
occasional break from your studies will give you fresh
energy and motivation to continue studying hard! The
night before you sit IELTS, go to bed early and get plenty of
rest!
INTRODUCTION
CONTINUED
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AREAS COVERED BY AN
IELTS PREPARATION COURSE*
GENERAL
Understanding the format of the IELTS Test
Practising and consolidating skills for answering all
question types
Practising and consolidating strategies for all questions
types
Understanding the assessment criteria
LISTENING
Understanding varieties of spoken English,
including
Australian, British, American, Canadian, New Zealand
Developing previewing and predicting skills
Recognising repetition
Recognising intonation patterns (questions, surprise,
etc)
Identifying specific information
Following an exchange of information
Listening for cues (key words, headings, signpost
words)
READING
Skimming (for general understanding)
Scanning (for specific information)
Recognising how information is organized
Recognising facts, opinions and viewpoints
Inferring meaning from context
Understanding the relationship between
words/phrases
Building vocabulary
Organising information logically in an essay, summary or
letter
Using examples and evidence to support an argument
Using appropriate structures and language for different
tasks
Adjusting style according to purpose
Building vocabulary range
SPEAKING
Interacting with other speakers
Organising ideas coherently
Practising fluency
Giving expanded answers using compound and complex
sentences
Using and understanding common phrases and expressions
Building vocabulary range
Describing, expressing opinions, making comparisons,
speculating and giving examples
Developing confidence
*Refer to Prepare for IELTS: Skills and Strategies.
Book One: Listening and Speaking and Book Two: Reading and Writing. UTS: INSEARCH.
UNIT ONE
About the Listening Test………..20
After the Practice Listening Test………….22
Listening Test Answer Sheet………..23
Practice Listening Tests
Listening Test 1………24
Listening Test 2………30
Listening Test 3………36
Listening Test 4………44
Listening Test 5………50
Practice Listening Tests
Answers and Transcripts………...166
‘I try to listen to at least four or
five English speaking radio or
television programs each week.
I find this really helps my
comprehension.’
UNIT ONE
THE LISTENING TEST
Practice Listening Tests
ABOUT THE LISTENING TEST
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IELTS Test Format 1. Listening
2. Reading
3. Writing
4. Speaking
Time
Approximately 30 minutes
Number of Questions
40 Questions
Procedure
The listening is played ONCE only. With each section
you will be given time to read the questions, write your
answers on the question paper while you listen, and then
check your answers. At the end of the test you will be
given 10 minutes to transfer your answers to the
Listening Answer Sheet. You will hear a range of English
accents and dialects, including Australian, British,
American, Canadian, New Zealand and Irish.
Structure
Sections 1 and 2 focus on social situations.
Section 1
A conversation between two speakers
talking about everyday situations, such as
opening a bank account or asking for directions.
Section 2
A talk given by one person about a topic
of general interest, such as a tour, concert or
excursion.
Sections 3 and 4 focus on study-related topics or
educational mini-lectures or talks.
Section 3
A discussion between two to four
people about an education-related topic, such as a
school project or a topic covered in a course.
Section 4
A lecture on a general academic topic.
Question Types
A variety of questions are used, chosen from
the following types:
short answer questions
multiple choice
matching
classification
summary
note or sentence completion
labelling a map or diagram
table completion
form completion
flow-chart completion
Listening Skills*
It is important to use your listening skills so
that you are able to answer the 40 questions quickly and
accurately. The skills which will help you complete the
tasks include:
predicting, ie what the listening passage is about
identifying specific information, ie names, dates,
numbers etc.
recognizing repetition, ie spotting information that has
been repeated
matching spoken numbers to written
listening for cues, ie identifying key words in the
question
recognizing the roles of speakers
identifying attitudes, opinions, views and facts
understanding sequencing, ie how information is ordered
and linked
identifying signpost words
following instructions and directions
Listening Strategies*
Follow instructions carefully.
Read the instructions for each set of questions carefully.
Check how many words and/or numbers you need to write.
Check whether you need to choose your answer from a list
and write the corresponding letter.
Check how many answers you need for 1 mark.
Before each listening section is played, always read
through the questions quickly and carefully.
Predict what the listening passage is about.
How many speakers will there be? Where are they?
Identify the key words in the questions. Do you know any
words with a similar meaning (synonyms), an opposite
meaning or can you paraphrase the meaning? You will
need to listen out for these clues.
Think about the kind of information you are listening for,
e.g. name, place, date, time.
Note the order in which the questions are given.
Concentrate throughout the listening test.
Use the given information in the questions to guide you
throughout the recording. When writing an answer keep
looking ahead to the next question.
If you miss a question, leave it and move on to the next so
that you can maximize the number of correct answers.
Transfer your answers carefully onto the Listening
Answer Sheet. You have 10 minutes to do this. Be
mindful of that time.
Use a pencil and write clearly. Check your spelling and
grammar.
*
Refer to Prepare for IELTS: Skills and Strategies.
Book One: Listening and Speaking. UTS:INSEARCH.
UNIT ONE THE LISTENING
TEST
Practice Listening Tests AFTER THE PRACTICE LISTENING
TEST………..
After completing each practice test consider the following
statements and tick any that apply to you.
I have never practiced such questions before.
F
I do not make good use of preview or review time.
T
I cannot listen and read the questions at the same time.
T
I do not understand what the question is asking me to do.
T
I do not understand what I hear.
U
Using the letter in bold, refer to pages 13-15 for an explanation of how you can improve in these areas.
LISTENING TEST ANSWER
SHEET
Practice Listening Tests
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You may photocopy or reproduce this page.
TRANSFER your answers from the Listening question pages to this
Answer Sheet at the end of the Listening Test. Use one Answer Sheet
for each Practice Listening Test.
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Extra Listening Test Answer Sheet on page 206
LISTENING TEST 1
SECTION ONE QUESTIONS 1-10 ………..
QUESTIONS 1-10 Complete the form below
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
TAMWORTH
ENGLISH SCHOOL
REQUEST FOR SPECIAL LEAVE
Name
Angela Tung
.Student number
H5712
.Address ❶ . ___
Tamworth,2340
.
Telephone number ❷ .
Course
Writing
.Teacher's name ❸ .
Visa expiry date ❹ .
Term ❺ .
Leave dates ❻ to .
Absence ❼ work days.
Reason ❽ .
Distance ❾ .
When Leaving ❿ .
SECTION ONE QUESTIONS 11-20 ………..
QUESTIONS 11-15 Complete the table below
Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD for each answer.
LISTENING TEST 1 CONTINUED
SECTION TWO CONTINUED
QUESTIONS 16-20 Answer the questions below.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
16 Which places does Martha hope to get to?
17 What else has been planned later in the conference? 18 How has contact been maintained between Martha and
her teacher?
19 What has Martha forgotten to do?
20 What is the code to set the burglar alarm?
SECTION THREE QUESTIONS 21-30
. QUESTIONS 21-27
Complete the notes below.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
GOVERNMENT OF PATONGA
Criticism of education policies
increasing 21___________
affects 22____________and older workers jobs lost because of 23_____________
Schemes implemented by government
financial assistance and retraining
learning practical work skills
Assessment of these schemes
difficult to administer program
need job training more suited to country’s 25_________ necessary because of unskilled workers
Retraining programs
funding for employee training in the use of 26_________
tax deductions for employers for new technology
country needs skilled workers
if successful, 27__________ will disappear QUESTIONS 28-30Which opinion does each person express about the government’s educational policy and the employment of the young?
Choose your answer from the box below and write the correct letter.
A-F, next to questions 28-30.
A government’s track record could be improved
B educational programs for long-term unemployed don’t go far enough
C government policy only addresses the basic educational needs of long-term unemployed
D youth unemployed is not as dire as people think
E the status of vocational training needs to be improved F vocational education has successfully grown by 40 percent
28____ 29____ 30____
LISTENING TEST 1 CONTINUED
SECTION FOUR
QUESTIONS 31-40
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QUESTION 31
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.30
Problems that were inherited by many major cities are the result ofA roads being built when there weren’t many cars. B using goat tracks to develop a road system.
C poor planning by the early inhabitants.
QUESTIONS 32-36
Complete the table below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.
SECTION FOUR CONTINUED . ..
QUESTIONS 37-40
Complete the summary below.Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.
There are several major cities with effective public
transportation systems. Beginning with London, it
not only has an effective underground called the
LISTENI
NG
Tube, but a
37
_______________ transport system above
ground. Equally effective, but also
38
__________ and
fast are the Mass Transit Railway, buses and ferries
in Hong Kong. Carrying thousands of people
39
___________, Paris has an effective underground
railroad, and though New York’s subway system is
as efficient, it is considered to be dangerous by
many because of
40
_____________. Finally, Sydney also
falls in the category of having good transportation
but its system is only partly underground.
LISTENING TEST 2
SECTION ONE QUESTIONS 1-10 ………..
QUESTIONS 1-6
Complete the form below.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER from the text for each answer.
SECTION ONE CONTINUED………….. QUESTIONS 7-10 Label the plan below.
Write the appropriate letter, A-H, next to questions 7-10. 7 Reception Area _______________________
8 Fees Office ______________________ 9 Bookshop ______________________
10 Travel Agency ______________________
LISTENING TEST 2 CONTINUED
SECTION TWO
QUESTIONS 11-20
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QUESTIONS 11-16
Complete the notes below.Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
HEALTH PROBLEM: TYPE 2 DIABETES
Lifestyle disease linked to:
Being overweight
⓫
_______________
sedentary lifestyle
age
Theory: combination of being less active and
__________
⓬
Healthy eating
taking in fewer calories
learning about healthy shopping
reading ______________
⓭
preparing food using __________of healthier fats,
⓮
e.g. olive oil, avocado
eating fish 2x/week
Physical activity
keep active throughout the day to help burn energy
gain health benefit from __________of activity most
⓯
days
goal achievable without any __________
⓰
take exercise regularly, not seriously
QUESTIONS 17-20
Answer the questions below.Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
17 What distance is covered by walking around the mall three times?
18 What does management provide as a community service? 19 Who determines the appropriate level of exercise needed? 20 When is the presentation of getting a good night’s sleep?
SECTION THREE
QUESTIONS 21-30
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QUESTIONS 21-24
Complete the table below.Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
QUESTIONS 25-30
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.
Music can stimulate and also have a calming effect
on the body. When listening to
25
________music,
the heart tends to beat faster. Being stimulated
the blood flows faster. It is no surprise that the
opposite would occur with
26
_______ music. The
heart beats gently and therefore has a calming
effect.
Melodies which are relaxing tend to have
27
_______
rhythms, much like the sound of crashing waves
on the beach. Described as predictable, they are
sedating and relaxing. On the other hand, rhythms
which are unpredictable, such as those found in
28
________ and discordant music tend to excite
and stimulate.
These generalisations about music, though true
are far from
29
__________. Researchers still want to
know how culture influences people’s musical
30
___________.
LISTENING TEST 2 CONTINUED
SECTION FOUR
QUESTIONS 31-40
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QUESTIONS 31-33
Choose THREE letters, A-H.
What THREE things does the speaker say are the biggest risks to health?
A eating foods high in saturated fats B nicotine dependence
C damage from sunlight D smoking
E consuming alcoholic drinks F effects of the sun
H lifestyle factors
QUESTIONS 34
Choose the appropriate letter, A, B or C. 34 A well-funded education campaign willA help in dealing with depression. B help to improve men’s health.
C advance the standards of public health.
QUESTIONS 35-40
Complete the sentences below.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
35 The Surgeon-General contends that many illnesses could be prevented by_____________________.
36 Having a __________________________ for walking can make your exercise routine more pleasurable.
37 Repetitive strain injuries occur in sports such as rowing because the same __________________________ is performed repeatedly.
38 One important way of preventing sport injury is to do ______________________________exercises.
39 Injuries can also be reduced by using ___________________________ techniques.
40 Players who require eye-hand co-ordination such as footballer, do ____________________________exercises.
LISTENING TEST 3
SECTION ONE
QUESTIONS 1-10
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QUESTIONS 1-6
Complete the notes below.
Tick (√) if the information is correct or write in the changes next to question 1-6.
SECTION ONE
CONTINUED
QUESTIONS 7-10
Label the plan below.Write the appropriate letter, A-F, next to questions 7-10.
7
Fees Office ______________________________8
Student Lounge ______________________________9
Key Room ______________________________LISTENING TEST 3 CONTINUED
SECTION TWO
QUESTIONS 11-20
.
QUESTIONS 11-17
Complete the notes below.Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
SECTION TWO
CONTINUED
.
QUESTIONS 18-20
Complete the sentences belowWrite NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
18
The first activity will be completed ___________________.19
There is a _________________________ on the bus in the event of an emergency.20
The previous excursion with class 3B was ________________________.LISTENING TEST 3 CONTINUED
SECTION THREE
QUESTIONS 21-30
Complete the table below
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR NUMBER
for
each answer.
Intensive Care
Maternity
23___________________
Emergency
6:00am –
12:00am
22______________
9:00am – 9:00pm
25___________
21______________
Very tired
On heavy 24__________ Comfort patient
QUESTIONS 26-27
Complete the sentences below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR NUMBER
for
each answer.
26
Children are discouraged from visiting in intensive care
units because it may _________ the patient.
27
The maximum number of people who can visit mothers of
newborn babies is _______________.
SECTION THREE CONTINUED
QUESTION 28
Choose TWO letters A-F.
Which TWO doctors will Andrew observe on Tuseday?
A. Dr. Thompson
B. Dr. Kim
C. Dr. Thomas
D. Dr. Robertson
E. Dr. Roberts
F. Dr. Shay
QUESTIONS 29 – 30
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR NUMBER
for
each answer.
30
What proportions of nursing students is male?
LISTENING TEST 3 CONTINUED
SECTION FOUR
QUESTIONS 31-40
QUESTIONS 31-37
Complete the summary below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR NUMBER
for
each answer.
Samuel Wells had a vision of a college in which
(31)_______________ would be encouraged between people
of different races and nationalities.
Of scholastic House’s ten original students
(32)___________________ proceeded to lead illustrious lives.
The most prominent became a (33)__________________,
while another two became engineers who went on to
(34)______________ the manner in which water systems
were managed.
Scholastic House Experienced difficulties during the Great
War. The charter of the college did not allow its students or
staffs to participate in the war, and many people
interpreted this as lack of (35)______________.
The college, however, did not go on to build a reputation
for learning and (36)_______________ of different views.
Since 1927 it has been discussing and debating topics over
the years which were seen as (37)_______________ at the
time.
SECTION FOUR CONTINUED
QUESTIONS 31-40
Choose the appropriate letter. A, B, C, or D.
38
Controversial issues are discussed by the college
because it wants
A to shed light on the topics and encourage debate.
B to decrease tension in the discussion.
C to encourage argumentation
D to bring about positive publicity
39
The speaker believes to that
A science is less advance than medicine.
B philosophy is more useful than science.
Dscience is more useful than philosophy.
40
Students are urged to
A accept what they are told.
B ask questions at all times.
C think only about their studies.
Dthink where progress will lead them.
LISTENING TEST 4
SECTION ONE
QUESTIONS 1-10
QUESTIONS 1-10
Which topic(s) is/are the author’s book about?
C
Cooking
F
Fitness
S
Sports
T
Travel
Write the correct letter, C, F, S or T, next to questions 1-10.
NB: There may be more than one answer for each questions.
NAME OF AUTHOR
Peter Adams
Pam Campbell
2
C. Kezik
3
Ari Hussein
4
Sally Innes
5
Meg Jorgensen
6
Bruno Murray
7
Ruby Lee
8
Jim Wells
9
Helen Young
10
SECTION TWO
QUESTIONS 11-20
QUESTIONS 11-16
Complete the notes below.
Tick if the information is correct, or write in the changes
next to questions 11-16.
Invitation
To a Welcoming Lunch
11___________________
At Blackwell House
On Friday June 15 at 8:00 pm.
12___________________
The party will end at 10:00 pm.
13___________________
Free transport to the student hostel is
Available, leaving Blackwell House at 10:30
14___________________
Other students may attend.
Please bring your student identification card
15___________________
QUESTIONS 17-20
Label the map below.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
LISTENING TEST 4 CONTINUED
SECTION FOUR
QUESTIONS 21-30
QUESTIONS 21-25
Label the diagram below.
Choose your answer from the box below.
Write the appropriate letters A-G on the diagram.
A. Stand
B. Handle
C. Water wheel
D. Holes
E. Metal tube
F. Spray tube
G. Gears
H. Base
SECTION FOUR CONTINUED
QUESTIONS 26-30
Complete the sentences below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each
answer.
26
The Examination timetable has been sent to
the
_____________________.
27
General science courses in the United States
are
_____________________.
28
There will not be an additional _________________
given on the big assignment.
29
The physics and maths examination will be
held on the
_____________________ of December 1
st.
30
Students who express their views well make
for an
LISTENING TEST 4 CONTINUED
SECTION FOUR
QUESTIONS 31-40
QUESTIONS 31-40
Complete the summary on the next page.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR
NUMBER
for each answer.
The most usual cause of headaches is
(31)_____________
but they can also come as a result of excessive
(32)____________. Many claim to get headaches
from
(33)____________. This is probably because they
get quite
(34)____________. It may also be from working in
poor light
which can make you very (35)____________. It is
helpful if
your reading material is on a bookrest at
(36)_____________
to the desk. Being (37)____________ before bed
can also
reduce the chances of getting a headache. You
may even get a
headache because you (38)____________ too hard
or grind your
teeth. The best advice is to eat regularly, get
enough
(39)___________ and avoid smoky places. Such
places can also
do you serious (40)____________ damage.
LISTENING TEST 3 CONTINUED
SECTION ONE
QUESTIONS 1-10
QUESTIONS 1-7
Circle the correct letter, A, B, C or D.
Example
What is Thomas’s new home phone number?
A. 9731 4322
B. 9813 4562
C. 9452 3456
D. 9340 2367
1 What will Ken and Megan do this evening?
2 Where is the Entertainment City?
3 When will Ken leave?
A. Now
B. In ten minutes time
C. At 10 o’clock
D. In 30 minutes
SECTION ONE CONTINUED
4 How will Megan travel to Entertainment City?
5 How many people will they meet there?
A. none
B. three
C. two
D. a group
A. nothing
B. just the fares
C. less than $40.00
D. more than $40.00
7 What time does Megan plan to come home?
A. before midnight
B. after midnight
C. on the last bus
D. tomorrow morning
Questions 8-10
Which number will Ken press:
Write ONE NUMBER for each answer.
8 if he wishes to order a cab now?_______________
9 if he wishes to order a cab for later?
_______________
10if he has lost something in a cab?______________
LISTENING TEST 4 CONTINUED
SECTION TWO
QUESTIONS 11-20
QUESTIONS 11-16
Complete the notes below.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A
NUMBER
for each answer.
HOLIDAYING IN GREECE
AIRPORT
flying on British Airways
departing Wednesday at (11)____________
must have all the travel documents ready
transport from Athens Airport by (12)_____________
CITY OF ATHENS
hotel accomodations for (13)______________
visiting National Archeological Museum
free time on (14)_____________evening
GREEK ISLANDS
travel by (15)______________
stopping off at different islands
experience (16)_____________on board
SECTION TWO CONTINUED
QUESTIONS 17-18
Complete the sentences below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each
answer.
17
This four owes its success to the hard work of
_______________________.
18
The tour group shares an interest in learning about
ancient societies and ___________________.
QUESTIONS 19-20
Complete the sentences below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A
NUMBER
for each answer.
(19)__________________________________
(20)__________________________________
LISTENING TEST 5
CONTINUED
SECTION THREE
QUESTIONS 21-30
QUESTIONS 21-25
Complete the sentences below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each
answer.
21
The increase in student numbers from Brazil
resulted in
____________________.
22
A large number of students from Turkey are
studying
____________________.
23
The Indonesian students studied
____________________
at the Language Learning Center.
24
The __________________ course helps to settle
students down.
25
____________________ is the best form of
advertising for the Language Learning Centre.
SECTION THREE CONTINUED
QUESTIONS 26-30
Which of the following can join the following
activities?
A. All students.
B. Beginners
C. Advanced students
Write the correct letter, A, B or C, next to questions
26-30
ACTIVITY
STUDENTS
26 Non-English
Language
Courses
u
27
Jazz Club
28
Drama
Society
29
Choral
Group
30
Special
Conversation
Group
LISTENING TEST 5
CONTINUED
SECTION FOUR QUESTIONS 31-40
QUESTIONS 31-37
Choose the correct letter, A, B, C or D. 31 Most postgraduate students are studying
A. courses that feature vocational training. B. full-time courses.
C. part-time courses. D. research-based courses.
32 Postgraduate students are advised to
B. accept an intellectual challenge. C. be sure to have a definite goal. D. have already completed training. 33 The speaker says that where you study
A. is of minimal importance. B. must be somewhere you like. C. must be reasonably priced. D. should be based on your course.
34 Choosing an institution should be mainly based on A. the quality of the housing for postgraduate students. B. the reputation of the department they work in.
C. the reputation of the organization they attend. D. the quality of the supervision they received.
35 In terms of available facilities, the speaker places more importance on
A. libraries and laboratories. B. computer support.
C. secretarial services. D. the working environment.
SECTION FOUR CONTINUED
36 The experience of postgraduate is different because A. of higher living expenses.
B. of the moderate work load.
C. the majority of students are younger. D. course deadline are stricter.
37 Postgraduate can avoid feeling alone by
A. discussing any problem with a medical professional. B. joining association of their peers.
D. getting in touch with the student union
QUESTIONS 38-40
Which THREE things does the speaker mention in
relation to a
postgraduate’s financial status?
A.
postgraduates are not eligible for government
B.
banks provides facilities for overdrafts.
C.
studies are funded from student’s own income
D.
funding can be sourced from charities
E.
extra fees are covered by the institutions
F.
institutions do not provide financial support
G.
living costs are included in their fees
‘Learning to scan for an article or report for the most
important information is essential- especially when your time is limited!’
UNIT TWO
About the Reading Test……….60 After the Practice Reading Test………62 Reading Test Answer Sheet………..….63
PREPARE FOR IELTS PRACTICE TESTS GENERAL TRAINING MODULE
READING
Practice Reading Tests Reading Test 1………64 Reading Test 2………78 Reading Test 3………...92 Reading Test 4……….…106 Reading Test 5………..120
Reading Practice Tests Answers……….187
UNIT TWO
THE READING TEST
Practice Reading Tests ABOUT THE READING TEST
IELTS TEST FORMAT 1 Listening
2 Reading
3 Writing 4 Speaking
TIME 1 hour – includes transferring answers onto the Reading Answer Sheet
Number of Questions 40 Questions
Structure Section 1 2-3 texts relating to everyday situations.
e.g, advertisements, travel brochures transportation schedules
Section 2 2 texts focusing on work-related situations/contexts e.g. job descriptions, workplace facilities
Section 31 longer text on a general topic sourced from newspapers, magazines, internet
Question Types A variety of questions are used, chosen from the following
types:
- short answer questions - multiple choice
- matching paragraphs with headings - matching lists/ phrases
- viewpoint questions (consider the viewpoint of the writer) True/False/Not Given or Yes/No/No information
- classification
- note, summary or sentence completion - diagram completion and labelling - table completion
- flow-chart completion
Reading Skills* It is important to use your reading skills so that you are able to answer
the 40 questions quickly and accurately in the allocated time. The skills which will help you complete the last tasks include:
- skimming - looking for general information - scanning - looking for specific details
- differentiating between main ideas and examples - identifying the topic idea or sentence in a paragraph - understanding the writer’s viewpoint
- distinguishing between opinion, fact or assumption - identifying factual information
- recognizing way of linking ideas, sentences and paragraphs e.g. cause and effect language, time sequences comparison or contrast
