IELTS Readiness Test

[Passage: The Moon] The Moon is Earth's constant companion and the only world humans have visited. The leading theory holds that the Moon formed from debris after a giant impact with early Earth. The same face always points toward Earth because the Moon's rotation matches its orbit. The Moon's gravity causes ocean tides, with the Sun adding a smaller effect. Twelve astronauts walked on the Moon between 1969 and 1972 during the Apollo program. Our nearest neighbor still shapes our days and nights. What is the main idea of the passage?

The following is a written summary of a course enrollment call. Caller: Is there space in the Economics 101 evening class? Admin: Two places left. It starts Monday at 10:30 a.m.. Caller: What is the fee? Admin: $240, payable before the first class. Caller: I'll enroll today and pay online. How many places are left?

In Part 3, the examiner asks

The data below shows book sales (thousand) over time. 1990: 36 thousand; 2000: 17 thousand; 2010: 56 thousand Which sentence gives the best overview?

[Passage: Coffee] Coffee is one of the most traded commodities in the world. Brazil and Vietnam are the world's largest coffee producers. There are two main species: arabica, prized for flavor, and hardier robusta. Coffee plants originated in Ethiopia, where legend says a goat herder noticed their stimulating effect. The 'wet process' removes the cherry pulp before drying, producing a cleaner taste. From Ethiopian highlands to morning cups worldwide, coffee connects millions. Flavor differences between species and the dominance of two countries show coffee is

The following is a written summary of a clinic appointment. Patient: I've had this cough for three weeks now. Doctor: Any fever? Patient: A mild one last Tuesday. Doctor: I'll prescribe antibiotics and rest. Come back if it persists past Tuesday. Patient: Should I avoid work? Doctor: Rest for at least two days. What does the doctor prescribe?

Which pronunciation features matter most?

The data below shows bus ridership (million) over time. 2000: 18 million; 2010: 41 million; 2020: 34 million Which sentence gives the best overview?

[Passage: The Magnetic Compass] The compass gave sailors the confidence to cross open oceans. Early compasses were used for divination before being applied to navigation. The Chinese invented the magnetic compass, first using lodestone spoons on bronze plates. Reliable direction-finding enabled the age of oceanic exploration. A compass needle points to magnetic north, which differs slightly from true north. A needle's pull redrew the map of the world. What does a compass needle point to?

The following is a written summary of a tutoring arrangement call. Parent: My son needs help with Environmental Science. Tutor: I have slots on Monday at 1 p.m.. Parent: What is your hourly rate? Tutor: $40, with a discount for ten sessions paid in advance. Parent: We'll start with one session on Monday. What is the hourly rate?