IELTS Reading Tips: Which Questions Should I Do First?

The video addresses a subscriber's question about test strategies, emphasizing that there are no shortcuts to achieving high scores. It advises against trying to game the system and highlights the importance of preparation. The speaker recommends saving the 'finding information in paragraphs' question type for last due to its difficulty. The video also advises following the order of questions as presented, with exceptions for specific types like matching headings to paragraphs. Overall, the focus is on effective test-taking strategies and understanding the passage before answering questions.

What does the speaker suggest about trying to predict the test?

• It's a good strategy to get a higher score.

• It's not beneficial and won't help improve your score.

• It can help you save time during the test.

• It is the best way to prepare for the test.

Which question type does the speaker recommend saving for last?

• Multiple choice questions

• Finding information in paragraphs

• True/False/Not Given questions

• Matching headings to paragraphs

Why should 'finding information in paragraphs' be done last?

• It is the first question type on the test.

• It is the easiest question type.

• It requires the least amount of reading.

• It requires more reading than other types.

What is the first step recommended for the IELTS reading test?

• Answer questions in random order.

• Start with the hardest questions.

• Skim the passage for one minute.

• Read the questions first.

What is the exception to answering questions in order?

• Skipping all paragraph questions.

• Starting with the last question.

• Matching headings to paragraphs.

• Answering the easiest questions first.