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IELTS Reading Practice Test 25 | Real Exam Level Questions
READING PASSAGE 1 Traditional Farming System in Africa A) By tradition land in Luapula is not owned by individuals, but as in many other parts of Africa is allocated by the headman or head woman of a village to people of either sex, according to need. Since land is generally prepared by hand, one ulupwa […]
IELTS Reading Practice Test 4 | Real Exam Level Questions
READING PASSAGE 1 Bondi Beach A) Bondi Beach, Australia’s most famous beach, is located in the suburb of Bondi, in the Local Government Area of Waverley, seven kilometers from the centre of Sydney. “Bondi” or “Boondi” is an Aboriginal word meaning water breaking over rocks or the sound of breaking waves. The Australian Museum records […]
IELTS General Reading Practice Test – Real Exam | Test 17
SECTION 1 Questions 1-14 Is Your Child at School Today? School Attendance Information for Parents/Carers Introduction Receiving a good full-time education will give your child the best possible start in life. Attending school regularly and punctually is essential if children are to make the most of the opportunities available to them. The law says that […]
IELTS General Reading Practice Test – Real Exam | Test 15
SECTION 1 Questions 1-14 Evening Courses A Cooking for today These are classes for those of you who can already make basic meals by keeping strictly to a simple recipe, but who would now like to use your imagination as well. We’ll learn how to make great family meals, discovering how to develop basic recipes […]
IELTS General Reading Practice Test – Real Exam | Test 13
SECTION 1 Questions 1-14 A Bath International Music Festival From electronic to folk, jazz and classical, this festival is renowned for bringing world-class musicians to this historical city. Starting with a great night of free music, ‘Party in the City’ this year is going to be no exception. B The Great Escape Often referred to […]
IELTS General Reading Practice Test – Real Exam | Test 11
SECTION 1 Questions 1-14 New York Late-Starters String Orchestra NYLSO, the New York Late-Starters String Orchestra, is something special. It was founded in early 2007, and grew out of a concept developed by The East London Late Starters Orchestra (ELLSO), an award-winning group in England. NYLSO is an amateur orchestra for adult players of violin, […]
IELTS General Reading Practice Test – Real Exam | Test 9
SECTION 1 Questions 1-14 THE BEST SUITCASES A Briggs and Riley Weekender A weekend suitcase that’s sophisticated and unusually spacious for its type. The strong nylon outer fabric is water and abrasion resistant, so it should handle any knocks without showing signs of damage. B Mulberry Scotchgrain Trimmed in brown leather, with gold details, this […]
IELTS General Reading Practice Test – Real Exam | Test 7
SECTION 1 Questions 1-14 Your guide to entertainment in Westhaven A TRAX INDOOR KARTING CENTRE Experience the fun and thrills of indoor racing driving in our mini open-topped karts. No experience necessary. Individuals and groups welcome. Refreshments available in new burger bar. Spectators welcome. All drivers must meet the minimum height requirement of 5 feet […]
Describe a creative person (e.g. an artist, a musician, an architect, etc.) you admire
Describe a Creative Person You Admire | IELTS Speaking Cue Card Band 9 Sample Answer Who he / she is How you knew him/ her What his/ her greatest achievement is And explain why you think he/ she is creative Vocab/Idioms Jack of all trades – Someone skilled in many things. Idle mind is the […]
Describe an important old thing that your family has kept for a long time Cue Card
IELTS Speaking Cue Card | Describe an Important Old Thing Your Family Has Kept | Sep–Dec 2025 What it is How/when your family first got this thing How long has your family kept it And explain why this thing is important to your family Vocab/Idioms Old is gold → valuable old Sentimental value → emotional […]
Describe a great dinner you and your friends or family members enjoyed Cue Card
Describe a Great Dinner You and Your Friends or Family Members Enjoyed | IELTS Speaking Cue Card September to December 2025 | 8 Band Sample Answer What you had Who you had the dinner with What you talked about during dinner And explain why you enjoyed it Vocab/Idioms Lasting memories – Permanent recollections Amazed – […]
Describe an exciting activity you have tried for the first time Cue Card
Describe an exciting activity you have tried for the first time | IELTS Speaking Cue Card September to December 2025 | 8 Band Sample What it is When/where you did it Why you thought it was exciting And explain how you felt about it Vocab/Idioms Thrilling – very exciting Truly – really Breathtaking view – […]
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