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IELTS Reading Test

The reading test comprises 3 sections and 40 questions in total. You have 60 minutes to complete all sections. Practice each section below to master different text types and question formats.

60 Minutes Total
40 Questions

Section 1

20 min 13-14 Questions

Everyday topics, factual information. Usually consists of multiple short texts.

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Section 2

20 min 13-14 Questions

Work-related topics. Two or more short texts.

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Section 3

20 min 13-14 Questions

Academic topic of general interest. One long text.

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