Free IELTS practice tests

Free IELTS practice tests

Prepare for IELTS with these free practice tests and answers. Time yourself and develop your exam technique.

The practice tests in this section offer you the opportunity to

· get to know the test format

· experience the types of tasks you will be asked to undertake

· test yourself under timed conditions

· review your answers and compare them with model answers

Remember, you will take the Listening, Reading and Writing tests all on one day with no breaks in between, so it is important to do the practice tests under similar conditions.

Each test is presented over a number of web pages. Make sure you answer the questions and carry out the tasks on each page in the correct order.

If you prefer to practise offline, download the tests, blank answer sheets, transcripts and answers from the introductory pages.

Listening practice test 1

The IELTS Listening test will take about 30 minutes, and you will have an extra 10 minutes to transfer your answers to the answer sheet.

The four parts of this practice Listening test are presented over four separate web pages. Make sure you move swiftly from one page to the next so that your practice is as realistic as possible.

Download the question paper and blank answer sheet before you start, and write your answers on the question paper while you are listening. Use a pencil.

Listen to the instructions for each section of the test carefully. Answer all of the questions.

There are 40 questions altogether. Each question carries one mark.

For each part of the test, there will be time for you to look through the questions and time for you to check your answers.

When you have completed all four parts of the Listening test you will have ten minutes to copy your answers on to a separate answer sheet.

We can make special arrangements for test takers with disabilities. If you require a modified version of the test, for example, in Braille, contact your test centre three months in advance to discuss your requirements.

Instructions to test takers

In the actual test you will be given the following instructions:

· do not open this question paper until you are told to do so

· write your name and candidate number in the spaces at the top of this page

· listen to the instructions for each part of the paper carefully

· answer all the questions

· while you are listening, write your answers on the question paper

· you will have 10 minutes at the end of the test to copy your answers onto the separate answer sheet; use a pencil

At the end of the test you will be asked to hand in the question paper.

Review

Once you have completed the practice test, download the answers and see how well you have done.

 

Writing practice test 1 - IELTS General Training

You will be allowed 1 hour to complete two tasks in the IELTS General Training Writing test.

The two parts of this practice Writing test are presented on two separate web pages. Make sure you move swiftly from one page to the next so that your practice is as realistic as possible. If you prefer to work offline, download the test paper.

In the actual test you will do your writing in an answer booklet.

Timing

The total time allowed for the IELTS General Training Writing test is 60 minutes.

Time yourself and allow just one hour to complete both parts.

Task 2 contributes twice as much as Task 1 to the Writing score.

Writing task 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on task 1

· write in a personal, semi-formal or formal style

· write at least 150 words

Writing task 2

You should spend about 40 minutes on task 2

· give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own knowledge or experience

· write at least 250 words

Instructions to candidates

In the actual test you will be given the following instructions:

· do not open this question paper until you are told to do so

· write your name and candidate number in the spaces at the top of this page

· read the instructions for each task carefully

· answer both of the tasks

· write at least 150 words for task 1

· write at least 250 words for task 2

· write your answers in the answer booklet

· write clearly in pen or pencil; you may make alterations, but make sure your work is easy to read

At the end of the test, hand in both the question paper and your answer booklet.

Review

Once you have completed both tasks, review your work. Download the model answers to see good examples of how to complete the Writing test.

 

 

Timing

The total time allowed for the IELTS Academic Writing test is 60 minutes.

Time yourself and allow just one hour to complete both parts of the test.

Task 2 contributes twice as much as task 1 to the Writing score.

Writing task 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on task 1

· write in a formal style

· write at least 150 words

Writing task 2

You should spend about 40 minutes on task 2

· write in a formal style

· write at least 250 words

Instructions to candidates

In the actual test you will be given the following instructions:

· do not open this question paper until you are told to do so

· write your name and candidate number in the spaces at the top of this page

· read the instructions for each task carefully

· answer both of the tasks

· write at least 150 words for task 1

· write at least 250 words for task 2

· write your answers in the answer booklet

· write clearly in pen or pencil; you may make alterations, but make sure your work is easy to read

At the end of the test, hand in both the question paper and your answer booklet.

Review

Once you have completed both tasks, review your work. Download the model answers to see good examples of how to complete the Writing test.

 

Instructions to candidates

In the actual test you will be given the following instructions:

· do not open this question paper until you are told to do so

· write your name and candidate number in the spaces at the top of the page

· read the instructions for each part of the paper carefully

· answer all the questions

· write your answers on the answer sheet; use a pencil

· you must complete the answer sheet within the time limit

At the end of the test you will be asked to hand in both the question paper and your answer sheet.

Review

Once you have completed all three sections, download the answers and see how you have done.

 

Instructions to candidates

In the actual test you will be given the following instructions:

· do not open this question paper until you are told to do so

· write your name and candidate number in the spaces at the top of the page

· read the instructions for each part of the paper carefully

· answer all the questions

· write your answers on the answer sheet; use a pencil

· you must complete the answer sheet within the time limit

At the end of the test you will be asked to hand in both the question paper and your answer sheet.

Review

Once you have completed all three sections, download the answers and see how you have done.

 

 

Speaking practice test 1

How to practise

This practice material is designed for two people working together. Find a study partner to help you practise. This might be a teacher or a friend.

Take the three parts of this practice test one after another without a break to make your practice as realistic as possible.

Remember, you need to speak fluently, clearly and accurately. It is important to say as much as you can and to be spontaneous. Do not prepare answers in advance.

Record yourself if you can so that you can go back and check your performance.

Review your Speaking test

Listen to your recordings and discuss your test with your study partner. Think about how you spoke. Were you fluent? Did your speech sound natural? Were you able to express yourself clearly?

Use the audio recordings and transcripts in each section to gain an insight into the test format. Note that these are not model answers, so do not try to imitate them.

There are no 'answers'. You and your study partner will need to assess how well you do.

 

Free IELTS practice tests

Prepare for IELTS with these free practice tests and answers. Time yourself and develop your exam technique.

The practice tests in this section offer you the opportunity to

· get to know the test format

· experience the types of tasks you will be asked to undertake

· test yourself under timed conditions

· review your answers and compare them with model answers

Remember, you will take the Listening, Reading and Writing tests all on one day with no breaks in between, so it is important to do the practice tests under similar conditions.

Each test is presented over a number of web pages. Make sure you answer the questions and carry out the tasks on each page in the correct order.

If you prefer to practise offline, download the tests, blank answer sheets, transcripts and answers from the introductory pages.

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