IELTS Preparation Questions

What is the best way to prepare for the listening section?

• Try to remember every word in the audio

• Listen to the audio first, then read the questions

• Read the questions first and predict the type of answer

• Close your eyes and focus on the accent

In IELTS Listening, what should you listen for when there are distractors?

• Repeated words

• Only the first thing mentioned

• Changes in information or corrections

• The longest sentence

What should you do before reading the full passage in IELTS Reading?

• Read the passage slowly, line by line

• Memorize every paragraph

• Read the questions and underline keywords

• Skip to the last paragraph

What does the term “scanning” mean in IELTS Reading?

• Reading from top to bottom

• Quickly searching for specific information

• Translating every sentence

• Highlighting the whole text

What is the recommended structure for IELTS Writing Task 2?

• One long paragraph with all ideas

• Introduction, three body paragraphs, conclusion

• No structure — be creative

• Introduction, two body paragraphs, conclusion

What should you include in the introduction of your IELTS essay?

• Your name and date

• Paraphrase of the question and your opinion

• A joke

• A list of your ideas

What is the key method for sounding fluent in IELTS Speaking?

• Use 3-part answers: opinion, reason, example

• Speak as fast as you can

• Use only advanced vocabulary

• Memorize long answers

What makes this a strong IELTS Speaking Part 1 response: “Yes, I do. I think music helps me relax. For example, I listen to music when I study.”

• It uses uncommon idioms and complex grammar

• It follows a clear structure: opinion, reason, and example

• It avoids personal pronouns and stays formal

• It repeats the question and uses only short answers

Why is using a template helpful in IELTS Writing Task 2?

• It allows you to copy the question into your answer

• It guarantees a Band 9 score if memorized

• It helps you stay organized and meet the Task Response and Coherence criteria

• It reduces the need to use linking words or examples

Which of the following is true about IELTS Reading?

• You must understand every word

• You should read slowly and carefully

• Guessing is not allowed

• Skimming and scanning are essential skills