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IELTS test in the UK – July 2013 (Academic Module)

The IELTS exam update below was shared by R who recently took the test in the UK.

Listening testIELTS test in the UK

Section 1. A conversation between two neighbors regarding the nearby swimming pool facility.

Section 2. A conversation between two class mates about preparation for a presentation.

Section 3. An announcement by the head of the department to the pupils regarding their course outline, followed by the introduction of faculty members and their roles during the course.

Section 4. A customer was talking to a travel agent about car hire companies, public transport and currency in Ghana.

Reading test

Passage 1. A story about the Olympic torch.

Passage 2. About sleep and who needs it more. How long should people and animals sleep, different sleep patterns and their effects.

Passage 3. Different teaching methods for children in different countries. A type of research topic with many experts and experiments with people’s thoughts.

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

We were given a chart showing the percentages of nine most popular household items in the years 2001 and 2008.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

There is an increasing trend of antisocial behavior by individuals and in most cases it is blamed on the society. What needs to be done about such individuals? Who should take care of them?

Speaking test

Interview

– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?

Cue Card

Describe a library that you visit. Please say:

– Where is the library located?
– When did you go there?
– Why do you visit this library?

Discussion

Don’t remember.

IELTS test in the USA – July 2013 (Academic Module)

The details of an IELTS test in the USA were shared by N, who remembered the following:

Listening testIELTS test in the USA

Section 1. About buying concert tickets.

Section 2. Two teachers were discussing an article on technology in schools.

Section 3, 4. Don’t remember.

Reading test

Don’t remember.

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

We were given two maps showing a radio station 10 years ago and today, which we had to compare.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Some people think the main benefit of international cooperation is in protection of the environment, while others think that the main benefit is in the worldwide business. Discuss both views and include your own opinion.

Speaking test

Interview

– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– Do you prefer international or local news?
– Would you like to become a news reporter?
– Do you discuss news with your friends?

Cue Card

Talk about an old person whom you know. Please say

– How did you meet him/her?
– Why is he/she important to you?
– What personality does this person have?

Discussion

– Why are elderly people important for us?
– Is it better to care for the elderly at home or in a nursing home?
– What qualities should one have to take care of the elderly?
– What can the elderly teach young people?