The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) examination is primarily designed to assess the readiness of candidates to study or train in further or higher education courses held in English at college or university. Read more on International English Language Testing System.
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From my earlier post, you should be aware that there are 4 sub tests in IELTS. The Listening Sub-test, the Reading Sub-test, the Writing Sub-test, the Speaking Sub-test. Here we will see the first one - The Listening Sub Test.
- The Reading Sub-test takes 60 minutes and is in 3 sections. There are 3 passages with a combined length of 1500-2500 words and a total of 40 questions.
- The reading passages become more difficult as you progress through the test.
- The passages are taken from journals, magazines, books and newspapers. All the topics are of general interest and are not specialised texts.
- The reading passages may contain diagrams, charts or graphs, and at least one passage will include an argument.
- If a reading passage contains technical or specialised words, a glossary is usually provided.
- The questions may come before or after the reading passages in the examination booklet, and instructions and examples are given at the beginning of a new group of questions.
- You must write your answers during the Reading Sub-test on the Answer Sheet provided.
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Overview Of IELTS | International English Language Testing System Preparing For IELTS Listening Sub Test
