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a year agoContributor-Level 10
For some candidates it is important to have a mentor and a regular study plan with fixed timing to prepare for the exam. IELTS test may seem a piece of cake to many but at the same time, it can be difficult for some after knowing its complexities. Candidates can go through the exam pattern and check the topics they need to cover. If you think you need tutoring for preparation then go for coaching or else go for self-study.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Although two weeks are less, however, with a solid strategy can help you get a decent IELTS score. Candidates should understand the IELTS test format and prepare a comprehensive study plan for the next two weeks covering all the topics. After covering all the topics in each of the sections give full-length practice tests.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
No, the IELTS exam pattern is not changing in 2024. The IELTS exam pattern was restructured in 2022 and since then no changes have been propsed. Thus, applicants preparing for IELTS exam - Academic or General, can prepare with the current IELTS exam pattern guidelines only.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The IELTS Speaking section monitors the spoken English of the candidate. Every test is recorded. Check out the format of the IELTS Speaking section below:
| Parts on IELTS Speaking | Description |
|---|---|
| IELTS Speaking Part 1: General Questions about the Candidate | The examiner will ask the test taker general questions about you and familiar topics like work, studies, or home. The first part is of four to five minutes. |
| IELTS Speaking Part 2: Cue Card + Follow-up Questions | The test taker will be given a card that asks him about a specific topic. Here, you will be given one minute to prepare before speaking for two minutes. The examiner will then ask one or two questions on the selected topic. |
| IELTS Speaking Part 3: Discussion with the Examiner | The test taker will be asked questions about the topic selected in Part 2. Here, you will get the opportunity to discuss more about the ideas and issues. This part lasts for four to five minutes. |
Applicants can prepare for the Speaking section on IELTS based on the above mentioned format.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The topics in the Writing section are test takers who are suitable for undergraduate and postgraduates looking to get into universities.
IELTS Writing Task 1 - The test taker gets 60 minutes to complete both tasks. One task is for 20 minutes and the other is for 40 minutes. On the IELTS Academic Module, in Task 1, a candidate has to write a summary of at least 150 words of a:
Any of the above-given types of questions can be tested, thus applicants should be prepared for it.
IELTS Writing Task 2 - Task 2 is the same for both Academic and General Training Modules, and involv
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Northern Illinois University expects an IELTS score of 6 or above from undergraduates and 6.5 or above from postgraduate candidates. Students coming from non-native countries must prove their English language proficiency by submitting the scores for IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, and Duolingo. The minimum score required in these tests is given below:
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