Question 1

What is the difference between raw scores and band scores?

Accepted Answer

The Listening and Reading parts of the IELTS test  are scored out of 40 and then converted  to a  band score which ranges  from  band 1  to  band 9.
The Listening and Reading tests contain 40 questions and each correct question will be awarded 1 mark (so the maximum a test  taker can score here is 40).  Band scores, ranging from band 1 to band 9, are  awarded based on the raw scores.  

Question 2

Can I do all parts of the test on the same day?

Accepted Answer

The Listening, Reading and Writing parts of the test are completed immediately after each other on the same day. In some test centres, you will sit the Speaking test on the same day, or up to 7 days before or after your test date. If you take IELTS on Computer, the Speaking test will be taken on the same day, either before, or after the other three parts of the test.

Question 3

Can I do all parts of the IELTS test on computer?

Accepted Answer

If you take an IELTS on computer test, the Reading, Writing and Listening parts of the IELTS test are completed on a computer, but the Speaking test is completed face-to-face with an IELTS examiner.

Question 4

What accents can be heard in the Listening and Speaking tests?

Accepted Answer

As IELTS is an international test, a variety of voices and native-speaker accents are used in both the General Training and Academic tests.

Question 5

In the Listening test, can I get a second chance to hear the recording if I don't hear it the first time?

Accepted Answer

In the IELTS Listening test, the recording is played once only. It is important to concentrate from the beginning until the end for the whole 30 minutes.

Question 6

Any tips or tricks to score full marks in the last section of the Listening test?

Accepted Answer

Lectures follow a predictable pattern or structure.  The more lectures you listen to, the more you understand that structure.  Also, knowing more words can help you better understand.

Question 7

Can I listen to the recording twice in my Listening test?

Accepted Answer

No. In the IELTS Listening test, each recording is played once only.

Question 8

Will I get a better band score, if I keep practising sample tests?

Accepted Answer

Practising sample tests will help you learn what is expected in each part of the test and is good test preparation in order to maximise the English skills you have. However, remember that to improve your English you need to use English in everyday contexts – speak English with your friends, write notes and email in English, read English newspapers, listen to English radio.
If you feel you need help with your English, you should also consider taking an English course.

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