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 In IELTS, there are four papers: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. There are two different IELTS modules: Academic and General Training. The Speaking and Listening tests are the same in both modules, but the Reading and Writing tests are different.

 What’s in the exam?

 Meaningful result

 The IELTS scoring system is recognised globally, giving you a truly international result. Test takers receive a score of 0–9, with 0 being for those who did not attempt the test, and 9 being for the most proficient users. Most universities accept scores between 6–7 as being suitable for undergraduate study in English.

 Reliable, secure test

 The IELTS 9-band score system grades scores consistently. It is secure, benchmarked and understood worldwide. Test materials are designed carefully so that every version of the test is of a comparable level of difficulty.

 ·     Listening

 What’s in the IELTS Listening paper?

 The paper has four sections, with ten questions in each section. The questions are in the same order as the information in the recording: that is, the answer to the first question will be before the answer to the second question, and so on. 

 Summary

 Sections 1 and 2 deal with everyday, social situations. There is a conversation between two speakers in Section 1 (for example, a conversation about travel arrangements). Only one person speaks in Section 2 (for example, a speech about local facilities).

 Sections 3 and 4 deal with educational and training situations. In Section 3 there is a conversation between two main speakers (for example, two university students in discussion, perhaps guided by a tutor). In Section 4 only one person speaks on an academic subject.

 You will hear the recordings once only. Different accents, including British, Australian, New Zealand and North American, are used.

 You will need to transfer your answers to an answer sheet. You will have 10 minutes at the end of the test to do this. You should be careful when writing your answers on the answer sheet because you will lose marks for incorrect spelling and grammar.

  Summary

DOs and DON’Ts

 DOs 

1. Listen carefully to the introduction to each section. This will give you useful information about the situation and the speakers.
2. Use the time at the beginning of each section (and in the middle of Sections 1–3) to look through the questions and think about the topic.
3. Read the instructions for each task carefully. Remember to check the maximum number of words allowed.
4. Write all your answers as you listen – remember, you won’t hear the recording a second time.
5. Check that what you write makes sense in the context.
6. Answer all the questions even if you don’t feel sure about an answer – you may have understood more than you think.
7. Wait until the end of the test to transfer your answers. You have ten minutes for this, which is plenty of time.
8. Write clearly when you transfer your answers. If an answer isn’t clear on your answer sheet, you will lose the mark.
9. Check your spelling (and grammar, where necessary). 

DON’Ts 

1. Don’t worry if you have to cross out or change an answer.
2. Don’t panic if you miss one question. Look ahead and concentrate on the next one.
3. Don’t try to rephrase what you hear. Write down the words you hear which fit the question.
4. Don’t write more than the maximum number of words or letters allowed for each answer.
5. Don’t copy any words that were printed before or after the gaps on the question paper when you transfer your answers to the answer sheet. 

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) 

Is the Listening paper different for Academic and General Training?  

No. All candidates take the same paper.  

What information will I get before each section?  

At the beginning of each section you will hear a short description of the situation you are about to listen to. This may give information about who the speakers are, where they are and what the general topic is. This description is not written on the question paper, so it is important to listen carefully.  

Are all the sections equally difficult?  

No. IELTS Listening tests a wide range of abilities, so the sections generally get more difficult from Section 1 to Section 4. 

Will I have time to look at the questions before I listen?  

Yes, there is time to look at the questions before each section. The voice on the recording will tell you which questions to look at.  

Will there be an example at the beginning?  

Yes, there is an example at the beginning of Section 1. The recording relating to the example is played twice.  

How many times do I hear the recording?  

You will hear each recording ONCE only.  

Are the questions in the same order as the information in the recording?  

Yes. This is true for all task types in IELTS Listening.  

Will there be a pause during the recording?  

There is a pause between each of the sections. Also, there is one break during each of Sections 1, 2 and 3 to allow you time to look at the following questions. However, there is NOT a break in Section 4.  

Will I have time to check my answers at the end of each section?  

Yes.  

What accents do the speakers have on the recordings?  

You will hear a range of English native speaker accents on the recordings, e.g. Australian, British and North American speakers.  

When the instructions say that I should answer in, for example, NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS, will I lose marks if I write an answer with more than three words?  

Yes. Answers which are longer than the word limit will be marked as incorrect.  

Do answers in IELTS Listening have to be correctly spelled?  

Yes. You will lose marks for incorrect spelling and grammar. However, words which you have to write will usually be common words. Both UK and US spellings are accepted. When you hear the name of a person, place, company, etc., in the recording, this may be spelled out.  

·         Reading

What’s in the IELTS Academic Reading paper? 

There are three reading texts with a variety of question types. 

Texts come from books, journals, magazines and newspapers and have been written for a non-specialist audience. All the topics are of general interest to students at undergraduate or postgraduate level. The texts may be written in different styles, for example, narrative, descriptive or discursive/argumentative. At least one text contains detailed logical argument. Texts may also contain diagrams, graphs or illustrations. If texts use technical vocabulary, then a simple dictionary definition is provided. 

You will need to transfer your answers to an answer sheet. You must transfer your answers during the hour you are given for the Reading test. Unlike the Listening test, no extra transfer time is given. You should be careful when writing your answers on the answer sheet because you will lose marks for incorrect spelling and grammar. 

Summary 

DOs and DON’Ts 

DOs 

1. Keep an eye on the time: it will probably seem to pass very quickly, so take care not to spend too much time on any one text or question. Remember that you only have 60 minutes to answer the questions and to transfer your answers on to your answer sheet.
2. Start at the beginning of the test and work through it. If you cannot do a particular question, leave it and go on to the next. You can then return to that question later, if you have time. Put a mark next to this question on the question paper so that you can find it again quickly.
3. Answer as many questions as you can.
4. Look carefully at the title of the text and any subtitles and illustrations it may have. You can get a quick idea of what the text is about from these.
5. Read the instructions for each set of questions very carefully: it is important to do exactly what you are asked to do.
6. Where appropriate, remember to skim the questions before reading the text so that you have a purpose for reading.
7. Make sure you give the text a quick read through so that you are familiar with the topic and how it is developed in the text. An understanding of the text structure can be very helpful when answering the questions.
8. Use the glossary, if there is one provided, to help you understand unfamiliar words.
9. Pay attention to any examples that are provided.
10. Make sure that your answers keep to the word limit asked for: if you are asked for ‘NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS’, for example, then do not write more.
11. Make sure that you copy words accurately from the text: spelling mistakes will mean that you will lose the mark for that question.
12. Make sure that where you have to write an answer yourself, your answer is grammatically correct, e.g. Short-answer questions, Sentence completion, Summary completion. 

DON’Ts 

1. Don’t waste time reading the whole text each time for each set of questions. Remember that many task types ask you to locate or check details in the text. In cases like this you need to skim quickly through the text rather than read it all carefully.
2. Don’t go back to the beginning of the text for each question when you know from the task type that the answers will come in the order of the information in the text.
3. Don’t forget that questions can come before the reading text as well as after.
4. Don’t become anxious if there are questions you cannot answer. Leave them and move onto the next questions. You can always come back to the ones you couldn’t answer at the end of the test, if you have time.
5. Don’t worry if you don’t understand every word. It may not be necessary to understand all the words in order to answer the questions correctly.
6. Don’t forget that you must write your answers on your answer sheet. You will not be given extra time to do this at the end of the test.
7.  Don’t write more than one answer when only one is required. Even if one of your answers is correct, you will not receive a mark. 

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) 

How do I record my answers? 

You must put all of your answers on an answer sheet during the 60 minutes allowed. You may write your answers on the question paper first if you like, but the examiner will not read these. No extra time is allowed to copy answers to the answer sheet. 

When the instructions say that I should answer in, for example, NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS, will I lose marks if I write an answer with more than three words?  

Yes. Answers which are longer than the word limit will be marked as incorrect. 

Will I lose marks for spelling and grammar mistakes in my answers?  

All the words you will need in order to answer the questions will be given in the text. Remember to transfer your answers to the answer sheet with care. You will lose marks for poor spelling and grammar. 

How long should I spend on each text? 

You have 60 minutes to read three texts and answer 40 questions. You should spend about 20 minutes on each text. Make sure that you do not waste time worrying about questions you can’t answer – use your time sensibly to read what you can and answer as many questions as possible. 

 What’s in the IELTS General Training Reading paper? 

There are three sections of increasing difficulty. Section 1 may contain two or three short texts or several shorter texts. Section 2 contains two texts. In Section 3 there is one long text. 

The texts in Section 1 deal with everyday topics, and they are the sort of texts that a person would need to be able to understand when living in an English-speaking country. You will need to pick out important information, e.g. from notices, advertisements and timetables. The texts in Section 2 focus on work topics, for example job descriptions, contracts and staff development and training materials. The text in Section 3 deals with a more general topic. The style of writing in Section 3 is generally descriptive (containing detailed information) and instructive (telling you how to do something). This Section 3 text is longer and more complex than the texts in Sections 1 and 2. Section 3 texts are taken from newspapers, magazines, and fictional and non-fictional book extracts. 

You will need to transfer your answers to an answer sheet. You must transfer your answers during the hour you are given for the Reading test. Unlike the Listening test, no extra transfer time is given. You should be careful when writing your answers on the answer sheet because you will lose marks for incorrect spelling and grammar. 

Summary 

DOs and DON’Ts 

DOs 

1.       Keep an eye on the time: it will probably seem to pass very quickly, so take care not to spend too much time on any one text or question. Remember that you only have 60 minutes to answer the questions and to transfer your answers on to your answer sheet. 

2.       Start at the beginning of the test and work through it. If you cannot do a particular question, leave it and go on to the next. You can then return to that question later, if you have time. Put a mark next to this question on the question paper so that you can find it again quickly. 

3.       Answer as many questions as you can.  

4.       Look carefully at the title of the text and any subtitles and illustrations it may have. You can get a quick idea of what the text is about from these. 

5.       Read the instructions for each set of questions very carefully: it is important to do exactly what you are asked to do. 

6.       Where appropriate, remember to skim the questions before reading the text so that you have a purpose for reading. 

7.       Make sure you give the text a quick read through so that you are familiar with the topic and how it is developed in the text. An understanding of the text structure can be very helpful when answering the questions. 

8.       Use the glossary, if there is one provided, to help you understand unfamiliar words. 

9.       Pay attention to any examples that are provided. 

10.   Make sure that your answers keep to the word limit asked for: if you are asked for ‘NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS’, for example, then do not write more. 

11.   Make sure that you copy words accurately from the text: spelling mistakes will mean that you will lose the mark for that question. 

12.   Make sure that where you have to write an answer yourself, your answer is grammatically correct, (e.g. Short-answer questions, Sentence completion, Summary completion). 

DON’Ts 

1. Don’t waste time reading the whole text each time for each set of questions. Remember that many task types ask you to locate or check details in the text. In cases like this, you need to skim quickly through the text rather than read it all carefully.
2. Don’t go back to the beginning of the text for each question when you know from the task type that the answers will come in the order of the information in the text.
3. Don’t forget that questions can come before the reading text as well as after.
4. Don’t become anxious if there are questions you cannot answer. Leave them and move onto the next questions. You can always come back to the ones you couldn’t answer at the end of the test, if you have time.
5. Don’t worry if you don’t understand every word. It may not be necessary to understand all the words in order to answer the questions correctly.
6. Don’t forget that you must write your answers on your answer sheet. You will not be given extra time to do this at the end of the test.
7. Don’t write more than one answer when only one is required. Even if one of your answers is correct, you will not receive a mark. 

·     Writing 

What’s in the IELTS Academic Writing paper? 

There are two Writing tasks and BOTH must be completed.  

In Task 1 you have to describe some visual information in your own words (a graph, table, chart or diagram). You need to write at least 150 words in about 20 minutes. 

In Task 2 you are given a point of view, argument or problem which you need to discuss. You need to write at least 250 words in about 40 minutes. 

You must write your answer using full sentences. You must not write your answer as notes or bullet points. You must write your answer on the answer sheet. You are allowed to write notes on the question paper, but this will not be seen by the examiner. 

Marking 

Certificated IELTS examiners assess your performance on each Writing task. There are four assessment criteria (things which the examiner thinks about when deciding what score to give you):  

1. Task achievement/response
2. Coherence and cohesion
3. Lexical resource
4. Grammatical range and accuracy. 

Task achievement (in Task 1) and Task response (in Task 2) includes how accurately, appropriately and relevantly your response covers the task requirements, using the minimum of 150 words for Task 1 and 250 words for Task 2. 

In Task 1, all the information you require is given in the diagram. 

In Task 2, Task Response includes how well you develop your argument in response to the task, giving evidence and examples which may be from your own experience. 

Coherence and cohesion includes how clear and fluent your writing is, and how you organise ideas and information. It includes giving your ideas in a logical order, and using a range of cohesive devices (including linking words and phrases such as ‘therefore’, ‘also’, ‘on the other hand’, etc., and pronouns such as ‘that’, ‘these’, ‘they’, etc.) appropriately. 

Lexical resource includes the range of vocabulary you have used, and how accurately and appropriately you use it. 

Grammatical range and accuracy includes the range of grammar you have used and how accurately and appropriately you have used it. 

Summary 

DOs and DON’Ts 

DOs 

1. Make sure that you read all of the information in the questions very carefully and respond appropriately.
2. Make sure that you follow all instructions including the number of words that you need to write.
3. Make sure that you finish Writing Task 1 after about 20 minutes to allow enough time to answer Writing Task 2.
4. Remember that Writing Task 2 carries more marks, so you need plenty of time to answer it.
5. Make sure that, for Task 1, you use figures or data from the question paper accurately.
6. Make sure that you plan your ideas before you begin to write. For Writing Task 1, stop to locate and select the most important pieces of information. For Writing Task 2, take time to organise your ideas and argument.
7. Be sure to provide supporting evidence for any of your claims or views in Writing Task 2.
8. Leave time to check your answer for careless mistakes at the end. Try to check for spelling mistakes, verb and subject agreement, singular/plural nouns, tense mistakes and problems of fluency.
9. Make sure that all of your ideas are relevant to the question.
10. Try to avoid repeating the same words, phrases and ideas too often. Try to use a range of vocabulary. Try to make sure that you do not repeat the same idea too often – make sure you explore different ideas to provide a well-balanced response.
11. Make sure you write as clearly as possible.
12. Make sure that you produce organised and linked paragraphs and that the style of your language is academic. 

DON’Ts 

1. Don’t copy from other people’s work.
2. Don’t write less than the required number of words.
3. Don’t repeat task instructions in your writing.
4. Don’t use note form or bullet points.
5. Don’t leave out any required information.
6. Don’t waste your time learning essays by heart to use in the exam. You will be penalised for this and you will waste valuable time that could be spent developing good writing skills. 

Don’t simply copy words and phrases from the question paper – try to use your own words at all times by paraphrasing the question. 

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) 

Where do I write my answers?  

Write your answers in the Writing answer booklet. You will not get any paper for making notes, but you may write notes on the question booklet. The examiner will not see this. 

Can I write in pen or pencil?  

You can write in pen or pencil, but you must write clearly. You may erase/cross out and change parts of your writing, but you must make sure that your work is easy to read. 

Should I write my answers in upper case (capitals) or lower case?  

You will not automatically be penalised if all your letters are capitals. However, remember that punctuation is assessed in the Writing test and you may be penalised if it is not clear to the examiner where your sentences begin and end.  

Will I be penalised if I don’t write enough words?  

Yes. You must write at least 150 words for the Task 1 question and 250 words for the Task 2 question. If you don’t write enough words, you will be penalised.  

If I make notes, will the examiner read them?  

No. You will not get any paper for making notes, but you may write notes on the question booklet. The examiner will not see this. 

Are the two tasks both worth the same number of marks?  

No. Task 2 is worth more marks than Task 1. Task 2 contributes twice as much as Task 1 to the Writing score.  

How long should I spend on each task?  

You have 1 hour to write your answers for the two tasks. It is your choice how you divide this time. However, remember that Task 2 contributes twice as much as Task 1 to the Writing score – you may wish to spend 20 minutes on Task 1 and 40 minutes on Task 2. You should plan your work carefully before writing, and you should allow time to check your writing after completing a task or at the end of the test. 

Do I need to write a separate introduction and conclusion for Academic Writing Task 1?  

In Task 1, you need to describe the visual information and present this information in an organised, coherent way. Therefore, you need to write an introduction, although this can be very short. Also, a short summary of the main trends or features is a good way to finish. Remember that you do not need to guess about the reasons for things in Task 1. (For example, do not write ‘I think this is probably because …’). 

Will I be penalised if I do not write a formal introduction and conclusion for Academic Writing Task 2?  

There is no separate assessment for introductions and conclusions. However, if you do not write an introduction and conclusion you may be penalised under Task achievement/response and Coherence and cohesion.

 What’s in the IELTS General Training Writing paper? 

There are two Writing tasks and BOTH must be completed.  

In Task 1, you have to respond to a situation by writing a letter, for example asking for information or explaining a situation. You need to write at least 150 words in about 20 minutes. 

In Task 2 you are given a point of view, argument or problem which you need to discuss. You need to write at least 250 words in about 40 minutes. 

You must write your answer using full sentences. You must not write your answer as notes or bullet points. You must write your answer on the answer sheet. You are allowed to write notes on the question paper but this will not be seen by the examiner. 

Marking 

Certificated IELTS examiners assess your performance on each Writing task. There are four assessment criteria (things which the examiner thinks about when deciding what score to give you):  

1. Task achievement/response
2. Coherence and cohesion
3. Lexical resource
4. Grammatical range and accuracy. 

Task achievement (in Task 1) and Task response (in Task 2) includes how accurately, appropriately and relevantly your response covers the task requirements, using the minimum of 150 words for Task 1 and 250 words for Task 2. 

In Task 1, Task achievement refers to how well your letter achieves its purpose. 

In Task 2, Task response includes how well you develop your argument in response to the task, giving evidence and examples which may be from your own experience. 

Coherence and cohesion includes how clear and fluent your writing is, and how you organise ideas and information. It includes giving your ideas in a logical order, and using a range of cohesive devices (including linking words and phrases such as ‘therefore’, ‘also’, ‘on the other hand’, etc., and pronouns such as ‘that’, ‘these’, ‘they’, etc.) appropriately. 

Lexical resource includes the range of vocabulary you have used, and how accurately and appropriately you use it. 

Grammatical range and accuracy includes the range of grammar you have used and how accurately and appropriately you have used it. 

Summary 

 DOs and DON’Ts 

DOs 

1. Include all the information you are required to.
2. Write your answer on the answer sheet.
3. Link your ideas and paragraphs.
4. Keep to the timing.
5. Check your writing when you have finished – for style, completeness, linking, logical structure and accuracy of language.
6. Support arguments in Task 2 with examples and evidence. 

DON’Ts 

1. Don’t copy from other people’s work.
2. Don’t write less than the required number of words.
3. Don’t repeat task instructions in your writing.
4. Don’t write any addresses in the letter in Task 1.
5. Don’t use note form or bullet points.
6. Don’t leave out any required information.
7. Don’t waste your time learning essays by heart to use in the exam. You will be penalised for this and you will waste valuable time that could be spent developing good writing skills. 

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) 

Where do I write my answers?  

Write your answers in the Writing answer booklet. You will not get any paper for making notes, but you may write notes on the question booklet. The examiner will not see this. 

Can I write in pen or pencil?  

You can write in pen or pencil, but you must write clearly. You may erase/cross out and change parts of your writing, but you must make sure that your work is easy to read. 

Should I write my answers in upper case (capitals) or lower case?  

You will not automatically be penalised if all your letters are capitals. However, remember that punctuation is assessed in the Writing test and you may be penalised if it is not clear to the examiner where your sentences begin and end.  

Will I be penalised if I don’t write enough words?  

Yes. You must write at least 150 words for the Task 1 question and 250 words for the Task 2 question. If you don’t write enough words, you will be penalised.  

If I make notes, will the examiner read them?  

No. You will not get any paper for making notes, but you may write notes on the question booklet. The examiner will not see this. 

Are the two tasks both worth the same number of marks?  

No. Task 2 is worth more marks than Task 1. Task 2 contributes twice as much as Task 1 to the Writing score.  

How long should I spend on each task?  

You have 1 hour to write your answers for the two tasks. It is your choice how you divide this time. However, remember that Task 2 contributes twice as much as Task 1 to the Writing score – you may wish to spend 20 minutes on Task 1 and 40 minutes on Task 2. You should plan your work carefully before writing, and you should allow time to check your writing after completing a task or at the end of the test. 

·     Speaking 

What’s in the IELTS Speaking paper?  

The Speaking test is a face-to-face interview between the candidate and an examiner. The Speaking test is recorded.  

There are three parts to the test and each part follows a specific pattern of tasks in order to test your speaking ability in different ways.  

Marking 

Certificated IELTS examiners assess your speaking performance throughout the test. There are four assessment criteria (things which the examiner thinks about when deciding what score to give you): 

1. Fluency and coherence
2. Lexical resource
3. Grammatical range and accuracy
4. Pronunciation. 

Fluency and coherence includes how well you can speak at a normal speed without too much hesitation. It also includes putting your sentences and ideas in a logical order and using cohesive devices (including linking words and phrases such as ‘so’, ‘although’, ‘having said that’, etc. and pronouns such as ‘she’, ‘that’, ‘those’, etc.) appropriately so that what you say is not difficult to follow. 

Lexical resource includes the range of vocabulary you use and how accurately and appropriately you use vocabulary to express meaning. It also includes the ability to express yourself using alternative vocabulary when you don’t know a particular word. 

Grammatical range and accuracy includes the range of grammar you use and how accurately and appropriately you use it. 

Pronunciation includes your ability to speak in a way which can be understood without too much effort. 

Summary 

 DOs and DON’Ts 

DOs 

1. Talk to the examiner – you will feel more involved in the conversation.
2. Listen carefully to the questions you are asked so that your answers are relevant.
3. Answer the questions you are asked with some detail so that your answers are long enough.
4. Practise speaking for 2 minutes for the long turn in Part 2.
5. Use the preparation time in Part 2 to think about what is written on the card.
6. Use the instructions and prompts on the card in Part 2 to help you to organise your long turn.
7. Practise ways of delaying answers to give yourself time to think in Part 3.
8. Explain your opinions and give examples to support them. 

DON’Ts 

1. Don’t learn answers by heart.
2. Don’t give very short answers, except when the examiner interrupts you at the end of the 2 minutes in Part 2. At this point, the examiner needs to move on to Part 3 of the test and only expects a short answer to their questions.
3. Don’t talk about something different from what is on the card in Part 2.
4. Don’t worry if the examiner stops you in Part 2. It means you have spoken enough, and they have to keep to the timing of the test.
5. Don’t write on the task card.
6. Don’t worry if you realise you have made a mistake. It is OK to correct yourself. If you can’t correct yourself, forget it and carry on.
7. Don’t ask the examiner if what you say is correct. 

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) 

What can I take into the test room?  

You can only take your identity document. The examiner will give you everything you need in the test.  

Why is the IELTS Speaking test recorded?  

The recording is needed in case your performance needs to be re-marked.  

Is it a good idea to learn short speeches about my town or job by heart?  

No, you should listen carefully to the examiner and just respond to the questions. If you say something you have memorised, you probably won’t answer the examiner’s question exactly.  

What if I don’t know anything about the topic in Part 2?  

The topics are carefully chosen to reflect common experiences, so you don’t need special knowledge to talk about them. It is extremely unlikely that you would be unable to talk about the topic given.  

Can I start speaking before the 1-minute preparation time is over in Part 2?  

Yes. If you don’t need the whole minute, you can begin speaking when you are ready. However, it is a good idea to use all of the preparation time.  

Do I have to write notes in Part 2?  

No, making notes is just an option. Some candidates prefer just to think about what to say whereas others find that making notes helps them to organise their ideas and to keep talking.  

How long should I talk for in Part 2?  

You will have the opportunity to talk for 2 minutes. You should try to talk for the full 2 minutes to give the examiner a good sample of your English.  

What should I do if I don’t understand a question or the Part 2 task?  

You should tell the examiner that you don’t understand. In Parts 1 and 3, the examiner will be able to repeat the question. In Part 2 you should look carefully at the task card because you may be able to guess the meaning of a word you have not understood. In Part 3, the examiner will be able to ask the question in a different way, or may be able to help you to understand the question. 

Will the examiner tell me if I have done well or not?  

No, the examiner is not allowed to give feedback, and you should not ask them to do so. 

Results 

There is no pass or fail in IELTS. Candidates are graded on their performance in the test, using scores from 1–9 for each part of the test – Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. Your results from the four parts then produce an overall band score. 

This unique 9-band system measures scores in a consistent manner – wherever and whenever the test is taken. It is internationally recognised and understood, giving you a reliable international currency. 

 تحلیل رایتینگ آزمون آیلتس

 تحلیل Writing Task 1 آزمون آیلتس در آیلتس آکادمیک Cambridge IELTS 11 – تست 4

 سئوال این رایتینگ آیلتس مطابق دو تصویر (Pie chart)  و جدول (Table) زیرعبارت است از:

 The table below shows the number of visitors to Ashdown Museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished. The charts show the results of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same two periods.

 Summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

 Write at least 150 words.

حال بیایید به صورت حرفه ای تر به این سئوال رایتینگ آزمون آیلتس آکادمیک نگاه کنیم و همانطور که ممتحنین آزمون آیلتس آن را می بینند بررسی کنیم.

 صورت سئوال رایتینگ آزمون آیلتس فوق عیناً در زیر تکرار شده:

 The table below shows the number of visitors to Ashdown Museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished. The charts show the results of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same two periods.

 Summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

 Write at least 150 words.

 با پاسخ دادن به چند سئوال بسیار ساده به تحلیل این رایتینگ آزمون آیلتس آکادمیک از کتاب Cambridge IELTS 11 می پردازیم.

 سئوال: برای پاسخگویی به این سئوال رایتینگ (Writing Task 1) آزمون آیلتس آکادمیک باید چه بنویسم؟

جواب: هدف از این سئوال آزمون آیلتس توصیف (و نه توضیح یا ارائه نظرات شخصی در باره آن) می باشد.

 سئوال: برای کسب نمره مطلوب در این آزمون آیلتس آکادمیک چه چیزی را باید توصیف کنم؟

جواب: با توجه به صورت سئوال آزمون آیلتس باید با توجه به جدول (table) تعداد بازدید کنندگان (the number of visitors) موزه قبل و بعد از نوسازی (the year before and the year after refurbishment) را مقایسه می کنیم. سپس با توجه به دو نمودار دایره ای (pie charts) نتایج نظرسنجی های انجام شده (results of surveys) در مورد رضایتمندی بازدید کنندگان (satisfaction) در طول این مدت را خلاصه (summerıse) و پس از گزینش ویژگیهای اصلی (main features) هر یک به توصیف و مقایسه آنها می پردازیم.

سئوال: چه تعداد کلمات برای توصیف این سئوال آزمون آیلتس آکادمیک بنویسم؟

 جواب: طبق راهنمایی خود سئوال آزمون آیلتس نباید کمتر از 150 کلمه بنویسید. هرچند صورت سئوال این آزمون آیلتس آکادمیک حداقل تعداد کلمات را مشخص کرده ولی بهتر است به همان تعداد بسنده کنید و از نوشتن بیشتر خودداری کنید – شاید ساده ترین دلیل آن پیشگری از تکرار و وقوع اشتباهات گرامری و لغوی باشد و در نتیجه کسر شدن از نمره بالاتر.

سئوال: اگردر این سئوال آزمون آیلتس آکادمیک معنی کلمه refurbishment را نمیدانستم چه کار کنم؟

 جواب: پر واضح است که امکان این وجود دارد که صورت سئوال بخش نوشتاری آزمون آیلتس به گونه ای باشد که معنی برخی کلمات را ندانیم. در این صورت باید سعی کنید تا حد ممکن حدس بزنید کلمه / کلمات نا آشنا به چه معنی هستند. برای این سئوال با توجه به اینکه refurbishment واقعه ای بوده که تعداد و رضایتمندی بازدیدکنندگان قبل و بعد از آن مورد مقایسه قرار گرفته و با توجه به نمودارها هم تعداد بازدیدکنندگان بعد از آن افزایش داشته و هم سطح رضایتمندی بازدیدکنندگان به راحتی می توان استنباط کرد کلمه مذکور کاری مثبت در جهت کسب رضایتمندی بازدیدکنندگان بوده.

سئوال: هرکدام از نمودارهای دایره ای در این سئوال آزمون آیلتس آکادمیک شامل 5 بخش هستند. آیا باید راجع به تک تک آنها جداگانه و مفصل توضیح بدهم؟

 جواب: خیر خود صورت سئوال مطرح کرده  پس از گزینش ویژگیهای اصلی (main features) به شرح و مقایسه آنها بپردازیم. در کل تقریبا برای هیچ نموداری در آزمون آیلتس آکادمیک نمی توانید تمام جنبه ها را با جزئیات بررسی کنید و لازم است توانایی تشخیص بخشهای مهم و قابل تاکید نمودار را داشته و در باره آنها بنویسید.

به نمونه زیر که به سئوال آزمون آیلتس آکادمیک فوق پاسخ داده توجه کنید. این نمونه توانسته در آزمون آیلتس آکادمیک از ممتحن آیلتس نمره 7  کسب کند. به توضیحات ممتحن آیلتس در باره این پاسخ توجه کنید:

 داوطلب آزمون آیلتس توانسته با پوشش دادن ویژگیهای اصلی جدول و نمودارهای دایره ای ارائه شده در آزمون آیلتس آکادمیک دیدگاه کلی مناسب و راضی کننده ای از اطلاعات ارائه شده در آنها ارائه دهد. در نگارش پاسخ این سئوال آزمون آیلتس این اطلاعات به صورت منطقی مرتب شده و طی یک روند واضح متناسب با اطلاعات موجود توصیف شده. عبارات منسجم کننده به طور مناسب استفاده شده به عنوان مثال (during the same two periods) ولی در برخی موارد در کاربرد صحیح عبارات ایراداتی وجود دارد (on a contrary بجای عبارت صحیح on the contrary). در پاسخ نمونه به این سئوال آزمون آیلتس بازه قابل قبولی از لغات با انعطاف مناسبی استفاده شده (shows a negative pattern, illustrates that, an upward trend, has reached its aim) ولی متاسفانه ایراداتی در انتخاب کلمات مناسب و صحیح دیده می شود (the amount of visitors بجای عبارت صحیح  the number of visitors و عبارت it is obviously بجای عبارت صحیح it is obvious). کاندیدا تا حدودی از ساختارهای پیچیده زبان استفاده کرده (the charts that show the result of surveys asking people how satisfied they were with their visit, after the refurbishment from 74000 before the reconstruction to 92000 after it had been done). کنترل نسبتا خوبی بروی ساختار بوده هرچند ایرادات جزئی بچشم می خورد (there is the charts). نشانگذاری (punctuation) در کل خوب رعایت شده ولی نقطه گذاری در پایان اولین و آخرین پاراگراف فراموش شده و ایرادات کوچک دیگری بچشم می خورد (lets look بجای عبارت صحیح  let’s look).

 جهت سهولت در بررسی توضیحات ارائه شده در مورد سئوال بخش نوشتاری آزمون آیلتس آکادمیک موارد مطرح شده در تصویر زیر مشخص گردیده:

 امیدواریم با مطالعه و آنالیز نمونه سئوالات آزمون آیلتس درک و شناخت بهتری نسبت به نحوه تصحیح سئوالات توسط ممتحنین و همچنین ساختار کلی سئوالات کسب کنید. فراموش نکنید آزمون آیلتس صرفا با افزایش دانش زبان عمومی (general knowledge) سر و کار ندارد و اکتساب تکنیکها و روشها جزء لاینفک اصول موفقیت در آزمون آیلتس (در هر دو ماژول آن: آزمون آیلتس جنرال و آزمون آیلتس آکادمیک) می باشد.

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