Monday 26 September 2011

Cambridge Practice Test For IELTS - 2

     This book is a Self-Study edition. Do you want to approach the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with confidence? Then you need to familiarize yourself thoroughly with its format and content - and you need to practice examination techniques using material such as these IELTS practice tests series by Cambridge ESOL.

     These books provide students with an excellent opportunity to familiarize themselves with IELTS and to practice examination techniques using authentic test material prepared by Cambridge ESOL. Each collection contains four complete sample IELTS tests, each comprising Listening and Speaking modules and Academic Reading and Writing modules, plus extra Reading and Writing modules for General Training candidates. To accompany the tests there is an answer key at the back of the book and you should refer to this after you have attempted each of the practice tests. Also included is an annotated copy of the listening tape-scripts with the appropriate sections highlighted to help you to check your answers. An introduction to these different modules is included in each book, together with an explanation of the scoring system used by Cambridge ESOL.

     The tests in this book are similar in length, format and content to the real test, but success in these tests will not guarantee success in the real test. It often seems easier to work on practice materials than to sit the tests themselves because you are not under the same pressure. In order to maximize your use of these tests, you should make a note of the time it takes you to answer each of the sections. As you progress through the book, be stricter with yourself about the time you allow yourself to complete the sections.

     Four audio recordings have also been attached with this post for four listening tests. CAMBRIDGE practice book for IELTS-2 is introduced in this post and remaining books of IELTS practice test series will be introduced in my next posts.




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Listening Test-1 Audio Recording:


Listening Test-2 Audio Recording:


Listening Test-3 Audio Recording:


Listening Test-4 Audio Recording:



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     Some people say that advertising encourages us to buy things we really do not need. Others say that advertisements tell us about new products that may improve our lives. Which viewpoint do you agree with? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
 
     I think that everyone can divide all advertising products and services into useless ones and useful ones. It is like looking through an information desk when you pay attention to those messages that interest you. Take me for example.

     I do not like jewelry. It does not mean I do not have it at all, I have a couple of inexpensive rings as gifts from my parents. I just think, people pay too much attention to this stuff. I believe it is the result of mass advertising. Every day when I am watching TV, listening to the radio or reading the paper I notice many ads about getting an expensive ring, chain, necklace or ear-rings. From my point of view these kinds of advertising contaminate people's minds. In this case you are encouraged to buy things you do not really need. They make you believe you need such products in order to succeed or be happy.

     From the other side, I think that advertisements of the new detergents with up-to-date formulas to help you maintain your cloth in perfect conditions, the new cars with some extra futures that make your traveling more comfortable and sports goods that make your life healthier may help you to improve your life.

     Recently my husband and I saw an ad on the Internet about a very interesting and inexpensive vocation to Japan for a week. Is not it awesome? We like traveling. So now we are planning to find out more about it and, may be, make reservations. I belief that without advertisements we would be unaware about plenty of oppotunities that may make your life happier, easier and less stressful.

     My point is that every person has his own scale of values. So if he is vegetarian he will consider an ad about meat products useless for him.
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Changes In 21st Century

     The 21st century has begun. What changes do you think this new century will bring? Use examples and details in your answer.
 
     Man, through the ages, has undergone many changes from the time when he depicted a herd of mammoths on the walls of his cave to these days when he can create beautiful pictures and even make coffee by use of computer technologies without leaving his favorite chair. The 20th century made huge steps in developing computer technologies and reached many goals that made our life much easier. What should we expect in the 21st century?

     First of all, I think that the pace of our life will speed up: we will move faster from one place to another, from one continent to another using high speed jet airplanes. Second of all, I believe that we will be able to do many things that take much time now without leaving our house. Computers will be everywhere including out clothes. Many people will have chips and mini computers inserted in their heads to hold huge amount of information and have a quick access to it.

     But what will be the most amazing thing in the 21st century is the flights to the outer space and Mars that will be available to all people. Scientists say that Mars has many things similar to the Earth's. Moreover, they say that with the help of modern technology people can artificially create conditions that will allow people to live there on the constant basis.

     To sum up, I am sure that many amazing changes will be brought by the 21st century. Furthermore, I think that with the help of the contemporary technologies people can do many things that were even difficult to imagine a century ago. So, nowadays it is rather difficult and even impossible to imagine all changes that will happen in the next decades.
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CAMBRIDGE Practice Test For IELTS - 1

     This book is a Self-Study edition. Do you want to approach the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with confidence? Then you need to familiarize yourself thoroughly with its format and content - and you need to practice examination techniques using material such as these IELTS practice tests series by Cambridge ESOL.

     These books provide students with an excellent opportunity to familiarize themselves with IELTS and to practice examination techniques using authentic test material prepared by Cambridge ESOL. Each collection contains four complete sample IELTS tests, each comprising Listening and Speaking modules and Academic Reading and Writing modules, plus extra Reading and Writing modules for General Training candidates. To accompany the tests there is an answer key at the back of the book and you
should refer to this after you have attempted each of the practice tests. Also
included is an annotated copy of the listening tape-scripts with the appropriate
sections highlighted to help you to check your answers. An introduction to these different modules is included in each book, together with an explanation of the scoring system used by Cambridge ESOL.

     The tests in this book are similar in length, format and content to the real test, but success in these tests will not guarantee success in the real test. It often seems easier to work on practice materials than to sit the tests themselves because you are not under the same pressure. In order to maximize your use of these tests, you should make a note of the time it takes you to answer each of the sections. As you progress through the book, be stricter with yourself about the time you allow yourself to complete the sections.

     Four audio recordings have also been attached with this post for four listening tests. CAMBRIDGE practice book for IELTS-1 is introduced in this post and remaining books of IELTS practice test series will be introduced in my next posts.









Click Here to Download E-Book 










Listening Test-1 Audio Recording:    


Listening Test-2 Audio Recording:


Listening Test-3 Audio Recording:


Listening Test-4 Audio Recording:





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Wednesday 7 September 2011

Guidelines and Tips for IELTS General Training Module

As I have discussed in my first post that there is a choice whether a candidate is taking the Academic or General Training module. Academic module is for candidates taking the test for entry to undergraduate or postgraduate studies or for professional reasons whereas, General Training module is for candidates taking the test for entry to vocational level, for admission to secondary schools and for immigration purposes. There  are tests in IELTS Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. Here I will discuss how General Training is different from Academic exam test wise.

Listening test of General training and Academic module is same.

The reading test of Academic is different from General Training. In Academic Reading the test consists of three sections with 40 questions. There are three texts, which are taken from journals, books, magazines and newspapers. The texts are on topics of general interest. At least one text contains detailed logical argument. Whereas, In General Training Reading the test consists of three section with 40 questions. The texts are taken from notices, advertisements, leaflets, newspapers, instruction manuals, books and magazines. The first section contains texts relevant to basic linguistic survival in English, with task mainly concerned with providing factual information. The second section focuses on the work context and involves texts of more complex language. The third section involves reading more extended texts, with a more complex structure, but with the emphasis on descriptive and instructive rather than argumentative texts.

The writing test of Academic is different from General Training as-well. In Academic writing Task 1 requires candidates to look at a diagram or some data (graph, table or chart) and to present the information in their own words. They are assessed on their ability to organise, present and possibly compare data, describe the stages of a process, describe an object or event, or explain something works whereas, In general training Task 1 requires candidates to respond to a given situation with a letter requesting information or explaining the situation. They are assessed on their ability to engage in personal correspondence, elicit and provide general factual information, express needs, wants, likes and dislikes, express opinions, complaints etc. Task 2 of Academic and General Training module is similar. In task 2 candidates are presented with a point of view, argument or problem. They are assessed on their ability to provide general factual information, outline a problem and present a solution, present and justify an opinion, and evaluate and challenge ideas, evidence or arguments.


Speaking test of Acadamic and General Training module is also identical but however, introductory question may different. Obviously, questions related to education will asked to Academic module candidate and job related questions will be asked to General Training Candidates. The book attached here is all about General Training module of IELTS.

 

Title: ACE THE IELTS for General Training Candidates

The book is very useful for those candidates who want to appear in General Training module of IELTS. The book is the result of combine efforts of well experienced English experts. This book teaches you:

  • How to listen, hear the right answers and write them down FAST
  • Scan through the  text and deal with all kinds of questions FAST
  • Get your essay written FAST
  • Build a speech in your head on any topic FAST
  • Know and avoid the traps when you see them
  • Time management to answer all the question in given time
                                                                                                                                                                    

                                                       
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        Related links

        http://elc.polyu.edu.hk/IELTS/
        http://www.international.holmesglen.vic.edu.au
        http://www.ieltshelpnow.com/sample_tutorials.html
        http://www.examenglish.com/IELTS_reading.htm
        http://www.ielts-blog.com/ielts-preparation-tips/writing-tips-for-ielts-general-module/
        http://www.ielts-blog.com/category/ielts-preparation-tips/speaking-tips/





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        Tuesday 6 September 2011

        Guidelines and Tips for IELTS Academic Module

        Now a day, IELTS plays a vital role to examine the English proficiency level of the candidates wish to apply for higher studies abroad or wish to apply for immigration to the well developed countries of the world i.e, Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, U.S.A etc. Academic module is used for education purpose and General Training module is used for immigration purpose. Most of the people couldn't performed well because of lack of confidence, practice, tips and proper guidelines to attempted the exam. I want to share my knowledge on this blog for those people who can't spare their time to attend IELTS classes in well reputed institutes and I am 100% sure one can achieve 7+ bands in IELTS by reading few books at home. In my opinion, you don't need more than 4 weeks of daily training to get 7+ bands. Set aside 4 hours that you devote to practice for IELTS – and it will get you the desired result. I believe that if you can read and understand english that is used on sites, your English is good enough. For the preparation of IELTS some books are attached in PDF which are very important to read and then just stick to the guidelines of these books and they will help you get the best IELTS score (7+ Bands) you can with your current level of English. You can even give yourself a day off once a week, and still be able to ACE the IELTS!
        First of all Read carefully following books that I will share in my posts to get idea about the IELTS test and to get some guidelines to face the problems and confusion during practice....


        Title: IELTS TARGET BAND 7 for Acadamic Candidates

        The book is very useful for those candidates who want to appear in academic module of IELTS. The book is the result of combine efforts of well experienced English experts. This book teaches you:

        • How to listen, hear the right answers and write them down FAST
        • Scan through the  text and deal with all kinds of questions FAST
        • Get your essay written FAST
        • Build a speech in your head on any topic FAST
        • Know and avoid the traps when you see them
        • Time management to answer all the question in given time








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