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International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

This is Academic Tutors USA's main page for IELTS . Below are links to a free access to a PDF version of the Official Cambridge Guide to IELTS for Academic & General Training book. We also offer links for advice and practice for the speaking, listening, reading, and writing sections of the test. 

IELTS - Reading

IELTS - Listening

IELTS - Speaking

IELTS Speaking test: 10 tips from Experts

  1. Tip 1: Don't memorise answers.

  2. Tip 2: Don't use big and unfamiliar words.

  3. Tip 3: Use a range of grammatical structures.

  4. Tip 4: Don't worry about your accent.

  5. Tip 5: Pause to think.

  6. Tip 6: Avoid using fillers.

  7. Tip 7: Extend your answers.

  8. Tip 8: Smiling helps pronunciation.

  9.  Tip 9: Don't speak in a monotone 

  10.  Tip 10: Practice common IELTS topics

IELTS Speaking Practice

External Links List for IELTS Speaking Exam 

https://takeielts.britishcouncil.org/take-ielts/prepare/free-ielts-practice-tests/speaking

Additional Resources for Writing

Below are the links to the IELTS Academic and General Writing sections. Click below for the section that best fits your needs. 

IELTS Writing Examples of Ideal Answers for Task 1

INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE TESTING SYSTEM General Training Writing – Ideal Answers

WRITING TASK 1 – Ideal Answer

Dear Carolyn,

Thank you for agreeing to house-sit for me. If you need to contact me during my holiday, I’ll be staying at the Imperial Hotel in Bundaberg. If it’s urgent, however, please ring my mobile phone, which I’ll keep with me at all times. I’ve written the numbers on a sticky note which I’ve left on the fridge.

My cat needs to be fed twice daily so each morning and evening put a handful of cat biscuits in his dish. You will find these in the kitchen pantry. Also, please check throughout the day to make sure he has fresh water. You can give him a small bowl of milk in the evening.

I would like you to water my plants, too. The indoor ones in the lounge only need water once every few days but the plants on the balcony need to be watered daily unless there has been heavy rain. Finally, for security, please clear my mail box every day and keep the outside lights on at night.

I look forward to seeing you on my return. 

Yours,

Katie

IELTS Writing Examples of Ideal Answers for Task 2

WRITING TASK 2 – Ideal Answer

 

The argument over whether learning at home or at school is better for children has not been settled yet. whereas home education otters better protection with individual learning and opportunities for families to bond, schools have a superior range of material and human resources. Ultimately, I think the school experience is best for children.

 

There are several advantages for children who learn at home. Firstly, they can spend more time with their parents and siblings. Many social problems are associated with families not spending enough quality time together. Teaching children at home also provides them with an individualised learning environment. Instruction is custom-designed and moves at the child's own pace and in accordance with his or her individual learning style. Finally, home schooling protects children from bullies and others who might be a bad influence

On the other hand, the school environment also offers advantages for children. Schools encourage children to socialise with their peers and learn how to cope with gossip, bullying and peer pressure. In addition, children will receive better tuition across a range of disciplines, as schools have teachers who are trained in special subjects. What is more, schools provide better access to physical resources such as sports equipment,
musical instruments and library books

I believe that children are better off in a school environment. Although family time and individual earning are important. the range of expertise and resources that schools offer cannot be matched in the home. School environments may present difficult social situations, but so too does the real world and children must learn to navigate these on
their own 

IELTS - Writing 

IELTS Practice Sections

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