The “Gist” of It
Define paraphrase in Alex's words?
How many reading passages are there?
3
Should words be spelled correctly in fill-in-the-blank questions?
Yes. All answers must be spelled correctly.
How many questions are on the IELTS reading test?
40
What is the first thing you should do for any question type in the IELTS reading test?
Read Instructions
How long is the IELTS reading test?
60 minutes
1 Hour
3,600 Seconds
What are 2 of the easiest types of keywords to scan for?
Names (proper nouns) and numbers are two of the easiest keywords to scan for.
Dates or Abbreviations.
How many passages are in the reading test?
3
Is guessing allowed in the IELTS reading test?
Yes, guessing is allowed and encouraged if you are unsure of an answer, as there is no penalty for incorrect answers.
Copy & ________
Paste
Are T/F/NG questions in order? Why does this help?
Yes, T/F/NG questions are generally in the same order as the passage. This helps you know where to look for the next answer.
What is scanning?
Scanning is LOOKING for specific information/words like names or numbers.
Should you read every single word while skimming?
No, you do not need to read every word while skimming. Focus on headings, first sentences, and keywords.
Should you skip reading the instructions to save time? Why?
No, you should always read the instructions carefully to ensure you understand what is required for each question. (i.e. word limit, duplicate answers, etc...)
When should you 'close read' during the IELTS reading test?
AFTER Skimming or Scanning!!!
If grammar matters, what is the term for a word that modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb?
Adverb
What technique should you use to locate specific words in a passage?
Scanning
What is the best way to approach ‘Matching Headings’ questions without reading every word?
The best way is to skim each paragraph, focusing on the topic sentence and main ideas to quickly match headings.
What reading skill is ‘matching heading’ testing?
Matching heading tests your ability to understand the main idea of a paragraph and match it to the correct heading.
What reading skill is ‘matching information’ testing?
Matching information tests your ability to find specific details in a paragraph.
What is the purpose of skimming in the IELTS reading test?
To quickly get the main idea or point of a passage without reading every word and to SAVE TIME.
In Matching Headings, where is the main idea usually located?
The main idea is usually located in the first two sentences or last sentence (F&L) of a paragraph.
What should you do if you cannot find the main idea/answer in a Matching Heading question
Move on to the next question
What strategies can you use to manage your time effectively across the three passages in the IELTS reading test?
To manage your time, skim for main ideas, scan for specific details, and guess if unsure, as there’s no penalty for wrong answers.
What does the article “a/an” before a blank tell you about your answer?
singular uncountable noun.
a = words starting with consonants
an= words starting with Vowel Sounds