speaking-band-descriptorsTest format – Speaking 11–14 minutes The speaking section assesses your use of spoken English. Every test is recorded. Part 1 – the examiner will ask you general questions about yourself and a range of familiar topics, such as home,...
Sample test questions Prepare for your IELTS test by practising with free sample questions Using the practice materials in this section will enable you to: familiarise yourself with the test format experience the types of tasks you will be asked to undertake test...
Academic Reading Duration: 60 minutes Texts for the Academic Reading test are taken from books, journals, magazines and newspapers. A variety of tasks is used, including: multiple choice questions, identifying information, identifying writer’s views/claims, matching...
Prepare for your IELTS test Start your IELTS test preparation today Prepare for your IELTS test with a range of free resources from the British Council. Below you’ll find videos and online lessons, as well as preparation books, face-to-face courses, seminars and...