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IELTS Reading Practice Tests [With Quizzes & Answers]

The IELTS Academic Reading section contains three academic passages and 40 questions to be completed in 60 minutes. It includes a range of question types such as multiple choice, matching headings, matching information, matching features, sentence completion, summary completion, short-answer questions, and True/False/Not Given. The section is designed to assess your understanding of main ideas, specific details, inferences, and the writer’s opinion or attitude.

The practice tests below are based on real exams from Cambridge IELTS 18, Cambridge IELTS 19, and Cambridge IELTS 20. Each one closely follows the original format, using authentic reading passages and official question types.

All tests are available as interactive quizzes with instant feedback and complete answer keys. These are meant to provide realistic practice and help you get used to the structure, timing, and difficulty level of the actual IELTS Reading section.

Cambridge IELTS 18 Speaking Module

Disclaimer: To respect copyright laws, I can’t share the exact IELTS Speaking questions. Instead, I’ve rewritten them while keeping the original topics and ideas intact. The structure and focus are essentially the same.

These questions are based on the four speaking tests found in the Cambridge IELTS 18 Academic book. Fortunately, Cambridge can’t copyright broad topics like food or college life, though I’m sure their legal team wishes they could. They seem pretty intent on limiting students’ access to real test-prep material. By practicing with these reworded questions, you’ll still get realistic preparation without running into any copyright issues. If you can respond well to these, you’ll be in good shape for the real test.

IELTS 18 Speaking: Test 1

Part 1

What types of bills do you need to pay regularly? (Why?)
How do you usually pay your bills—by cash, card, or online? (Why?)
Have you ever missed or forgotten to pay a bill? (Why/Why not?)
Is there anything you could do to reduce the cost of your bills? (Why/Why not?)

Part 2

Describe a type of food or drink that you learned how to prepare.

-What it was
-When and how you learned to make it
-Why you wanted to learn it

How did you feel about learning to make this food or drink?

Part 3

A: Cooking and Young People

-What kinds of meals or dishes can children learn to cook?
-Why is it important for children or teenagers to learn basic cooking skills?
-Should cooking be taught more at home or at school? Why?

B: Careers in Cooking

-Do you think working as a chef is a fun or stressful job? Why?
-What qualities or skills are necessary to become a successful chef?
-How much do celebrity chefs influence the way ordinary people cook at home?

IELTS 18 Speaking: Test 2

Part 1

Did you enjoy learning science when you were in school? (Why/Why not?)
What do you remember about your science teachers? (Why?)
Are you interested in science these days? (Why/Why not?)
Can you think of a scientific breakthrough that you find important? (Why?)

Part 2

Describe a tourist destination in your country that you would suggest others visit.

-What the place is
-Where it is located
-What activities or sights it offers to visitors

Why would you recommend this place to tourists?

Part 3

A: Museums and Galleries

-What are some popular museums or art galleries in your area?
-Do you think museums and galleries should always be free to enter? Why or why not?
-What makes a museum or gallery an enjoyable place to visit?

B: Tourism and the Environment

-Why do some people prefer package holidays instead of traveling independently?
-What problems can large groups of tourists create for local residents?
-How can major tourist resorts affect the environment around them?

IELTS 18 Speaking: Test 3

Part 1

How often do you make purchases online? (Why?)
What was the most recent thing you bought on the internet?
Do you ever look at items in shops and then buy them online? (Why/Why not?)
Do you think online shopping is affecting the town or city centre where you live? (Why/Why not?)

Part 2

Describe a time you enjoyed visiting a relative at their home.

-Who you visited and where they lived
-Why you decided to visit them
-What happened during your visit

What did you enjoy most about spending time with them?

Part 3

A: Family Celebrations

-What are some common occasions when families gather to celebrate in your country?
-How often do different generations of a family come together where you live?
-Why might some people not look forward to family gatherings?

B: Family Life and Daily Routines

-Is it helpful for parents to assist their children with schoolwork? Why or why not?
-Why is it important for families to share a meal together each day?
-Should all family members contribute to household chores? Why?

IELTS 18 Speaking: Test 4

Part 1

How many hours of sleep do you usually get at night?
Do you ever take naps during the day? (Why/Why not?)
What do you usually do if you can’t fall asleep at night? (Why?)
Do you often remember the dreams you have while sleeping?

Part 2

Describe a time when you met someone who later became a close friend.

-Who the person was
-When and where you first met
-What your first impression of them was

Why do you think the two of you became good friends?

Part 3

A: Childhood Friendships

-Why is it important for children to have friends at school?
-Should parents have a say in who their children are friends with?
-Why do children sometimes change their group of friends as they grow older?

B: Forming New Friendships

-What are some good ways to make new friends after moving to a new place?
-Are there any risks or drawbacks to making friends over the internet?
-Do people find it more difficult to make friends as they get older? Why or why not?

Cambridge IELTS 18 Speaking Module Sample Answers

Sample responses for Cambridge IELTS 18 will be added in the near future. In the meantime, click here to access detailed sample answers, scoring criteria, and thorough explanations for every part of the IELTS Speaking section from Cambridge IELTS 19. This page covers all the questions mentioned above and offers both high-level and mid-to-low-level spoken responses with audio. Transcripts are also provided to help you follow along and improve your speaking skills effectively.

Cambridge IELTS 18 Academic Writing Module (Task 2)

Disclaimer: For the writing section, just like in the speaking section above, I’ve created original questions that reflect the style and structure of the official prompts, giving you realistic, high-quality practice while avoiding any copyright issues. The core ideas remain intact to help you build real exam skills. You can use the form below to submit your writing. If you’d like professional feedback, including estimated scores or a real-time video review, you can place an order here.

Cambridge IELTS 18 Academic, Test 1, Writing Task 2: Some people believe that individuals should make decisions about their own healthcare, while others think governments should be responsible for keeping citizens healthy. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Cambridge IELTS 18 Academic, Test 2, Writing Task 2: More and more people are choosing to live in small towns or rural areas instead of big cities. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?

Cambridge IELTS 18 Academic, Test 3, Writing Task 2: Some people think secondary school students should be taught how to manage money. Others believe financial skills should be learned later in life. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Cambridge IELTS 18 Academic, Test 4, Writing Task 2: In recent years, the number of online courses has increased in higher education. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

Click here to explore high-level and mid-level sample responses for both Writing Task 1 and Task 2 from Cambridge IELTS 19. Each sample is accompanied by detailed examiner notes that assess the writing according to official IELTS scoring criteria, covering task achievement or task response, coherence and cohesion, lexical resource, and grammatical range and accuracy. These notes highlight strengths and weaknesses to help you understand what examiners look for and how to improve your own writing. For more on the scoring system, you can refer to the official IELTS Writing Band Descriptors and IELTS Writing Key Assessment Criteria provided by IELTS.

Cambridge IELTS 18 General Training Writing Module (Task 1)

Cambridge IELTS 18 General Training, Test 1, Writing Task 1: Your friend has just moved to a new city and wants to join a local club or group to meet new people. Write an email to your friend. In your email:
-recommend a club or group they could join
-explain why you think they would enjoy it
-offer to help them get started

Cambridge IELTS 18 General Training, Test 2, Writing Task 1: You were recently on a business trip and stayed at a hotel. Although the service was good, there were some problems with your room. Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter:
-describe what you liked about the stay
-explain what problems you experienced
-say what you would like the hotel to do

Cambridge IELTS 18 General Training, Test 3, Writing Task 1: You saw an online ad for someone to help with a family member’s home renovation project. Write a letter to apply. In your letter:
-say what experience you have with similar work
-explain why you’re interested in the job
-ask for details about the working hours

Cambridge IELTS 18 General Training, Test 4, Writing Task 1: You recently ordered a gift online for a friend, but it arrived late and in poor condition. Write a letter to the online store. In your letter:
-explain what the gift was and why you ordered it
-describe the problems with the delivery
-say what action you would like the store to take

Cambridge IELTS 18 General Training Writing Module (Task 2)

Cambridge IELTS 18 General Training, Test 1, Writing Task 2: Many people prefer shopping in large supermarkets instead of small local shops. What are the reasons for this preference? Do you think this is a good or bad trend?

Cambridge IELTS 18 General Training, Test 2, Writing Task 2: Some people believe that spending time outdoors is better for children’s development than staying indoors with electronic devices. Do you agree or disagree?

Cambridge IELTS 18 General Training, Test 3, Writing Task 2: Some people think public libraries are no longer necessary because information is available online. Others believe libraries still play an important role in communities. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Cambridge IELTS 18 General Training, Test 4, Writing Task 2: Many employees now prefer to work remotely rather than in a traditional office. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this way of working?

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