Modules in IELTS’s Exam

Listening - Listening module consists of 40 questions. It is divided into four sections. The duration of this module is 35-40 minutes. Candidates are assessed as per correct answers out of 40 questions. Maximum bands are 9.

Do's

• Listen with full attention.
• Read the instructions carefully.
• Look for keywords.

Reading - Reading module varies in case of academic and general training modules. In the academic module, there are 3 long paragraphs that consist of 40 questions in all. In general training, there are 4 small paragraph and 1 long paragraph which consist of 40 questions in all.

Do's

• Skim and scan
• note keywords
• read questions first and then look for an answer.
• note synonyms and antonyms