english:exams:ielts
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IELTS
What it is: A 4-skill test (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) widely accepted worldwide. What it’s for: Study abroad, immigration, and international requirements. Example: Aim band 6.5 for many universities.
Modules
- Academic: for study (university)
- General Training: for work/immigration
Format (overview)
- Listening: 4 sections, ~30 minutes + transfer time
- Reading: 3 passages
- Writing: Task 1 + Task 2
- Speaking: interview (Part 1-2-3)
High-impact strategies
- Listening: learn “signpost words” (next, however, finally)
- Reading: practice skimming/scanning + time control
- Writing: template structure + coherence/cohesion + topic vocabulary
- Speaking: record answers + improve fluency + fix common grammar errors
Mini example (Writing Task 2)
Topic: “Online learning is better than classroom learning. Discuss.” Plan:
- Intro: paraphrase + thesis
- Body 1: advantage + example
- Body 2: disadvantage + example
- Conclusion: restate
Hard words (Glossary)
- *module* /ˈmɒdjuːl/: dạng/nhánh bài thi
- *passage* /ˈpæsɪdʒ/: đoạn bài đọc
- *signpost* /ˈsaɪnpəʊst/: từ/cụm báo hiệu (dẫn dắt)
- *band score* /bænd skɔː/: điểm band
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