Practice only — not an official IELTS exam. These questions are designed to help you prepare and build exam confidence. Scores here do not constitute an official IELTS band score. Sit your official IELTS at a British Council or IDP test centre to obtain a recognised result.
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About IELTS Listening
The IELTS Listening test is 30 minutes and contains 40 questions across 4 sections. Each section is heard once only. Sections 1–2 cover everyday social situations; Sections 3–4 cover academic contexts. Below are practice questions modelled on real IELTS Listening tasks.
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Real exam rule: Each section is played once only. Read all questions before pressing Play, then answer while listening.
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About IELTS Speaking
The IELTS Speaking test is a 11–14 minute face-to-face interview with a certified examiner. It has 3 parts: an introduction and general questions (Part 1), a 2-minute long turn on a topic card (Part 2), and a deeper discussion on abstract themes (Part 3). Use these practice prompts to time yourself and build fluency.
Self-Assessment Checklist
Fluency
Did I speak without long pauses or hesitations?
Coherence
Were my ideas clearly organised and easy to follow?
Vocabulary
Did I use a range of words and avoid repetition?
Grammar
Did I use a variety of sentence structures correctly?
Pronunciation
Was my speech clear and easy to understand?
Band 7+ Speaking Tips
Use signposting language: "What I mean is…", "To give an example…"
Extend answers with reasons and examples — never give one-word answers
Use conditionals: "If I had the chance…", "It would depend on…"
Paraphrase questions in your answer to show flexibility
Part 2: speak for the full 2 minutes — keep going even if you feel done
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