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10、tening and Reading Answer Keys 151 Model and sample answers for Writing tasks Sample answer sheets 173Acknowledgements 179161IntroductionIntroductionThe International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is widely recognised as a reliable means of assessing the language ability of candidates who
11、need to study or work where English is the language of communication. These Practice Tests are designed to give future IELTS candidates an idea of whether their English is at the required level.IELTS is owned by three partners, Cambridge English Language Assessment, part of the University of Cambrid
12、ge, the British Council and IDP Education Pty Limited (through its subsidiary company, IELTS Australia Pty Limited). Further information on IELTS can be found on the IELTS website www.ielts.org.WHAT IS THE TEST FORMAT?AcademicFor candidates wishing to study at undergraduate or postgraduate levels, a
13、nd for those seeking professional registration.General TrainingFor candidates wishing to migrate to an English-speaking country (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK), and for those wishing to train or study at below degree level.IELTS consists of four components. All candidates take the same Listenin
14、g and Speaking tests. There is a choice of Reading and Writing tests according to whether a candidate is taking the Academic or General Training module.The test components are taken in the following order:Listening4 sections, 40 items approximately 30 minutesAcademic ReadingGeneral Training Reading3
15、 sections, 40 itemsor3 sections, 40 items60 minutes60 minutesAcademic WritingGeneral Training Writing2 tasksor2 tasks60 minutes60 minutesSpeaking11 to 14 minutesTotal Test Time2 hours 44 minutesListeningThis test consists of four sections, each with ten questions. The first two sections are concerne
16、d with social needs. The first section is a conversation between two speakers and the second section is a monologue. The final two sections are concerned with situations related to educational or training contexts. The third section is a conversation between up to four people and the fourth section
17、is a monologue.A variety of question types is used, including: multiple choice, matching, plan/map/ diagram labelling, form completion, note completion, table completion, flow-chart completion, summary completion, sentence completion, short-answer questions.Candidates hear the recording once only an
18、d answer the questions as they listen. Ten minutes are allowed at the end for candidates to transfer their answers to the answer sheet.Academic ReadingThis test consists of three sections with 40 questions. There are three texts, which are taken from journals, books, magazines and newspapers. The te
19、xts are on topics of general interest. At least one text contains detailed logical argument.A variety of question types is used, including: multiple choice, identifying information (True/False/Not Given), identifying the writers views/claims (Yes/No/Not Given), matching information, matching heading
20、s, matching features, matching sentence endings, sentence completion, summary completion, note completion, table completion, flow-chart completion, diagram label completion, short-answer questions.General Training ReadingThis test consists of three sections with 40 questions. The texts are taken fro
21、m notices, advertisements, leaflets, newspapers, instruction manuals, books and magazines. The first section contains texts relevant to basic linguistic survival in English, with tasks mainly concerned with providing factual information. The second section focuses on the work context and involves te
22、xts 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.A variety of question types is used, including: multiple choice, identifying information (True/Fal
23、se/Not Given)，identifying the writers views/claims (Yes/No/Not Given), matching information, matching headings, matching features, matching sentence endings, sentence completion, summary completion, note completion, table completion, flow-chart completion, diagram label completion, short-answer ques
24、tions.Academic WritingThis test consists of two tasks. It is suggested that candidates spend about 20 minutes on Task 1, which requires them to write at least 150 words, and 40 minutes on Task 2, which requires them to write at least 250 words. Task 2 contributes twice as much as Task 1 to the Writi
25、ng score.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 explai
26、n how something works.In Task 2 candidates are presented with a point of view, argument or problem. They are assessed on their ability to present a solution to the problem, present and justify an opinion, compare and contrast evidence and opinions, evaluate and challenge ideas, evidence or arguments
27、.Candidates are also assessed on their ability to write in an appropriate style.General Training WritingThis test consists of two tasks. It is suggested that candidates spend about 20 minutes on Task 1, which requires them to write at least 150 words, and 40 minutes on Task 2, which requires them to
28、 write at least 250 words. Task 2 contributes twice as much as Task 1 to the Writing score.In Task 1 candidates are asked 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
29、and provide general factual information, express needs, wants, likes and dislikes, express opinions, complaints, etc.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
30、a solution, present and justify an opinion, evaluate and challenge ideas, evidence or arguments.Candidates are also assessed on their ability to write in an appropriate style.More information on assessing both the Academic and General Training Writing tests, including Writing Assessment Criteria (pu
31、blic version), is available on the IELTS website.SpeakingThis test takes between 11 and 14 minutes and is conducted by a trained examiner.There are three parts:Part 1The candidate and the examiner introduce themselves. Candidates then answer general questions about themselves, their home/family, the
32、ir job/studies, their interests and a wide range of similar familiar topic areas. This part lasts between four and five minutes.Part 2The candidate is given a task card with prompts and is asked to talk on a particular topic.The candidate has one minute to prepare and they can make some notes if the
33、y wish, before speaking for between one and two minutes. The examiner then asks one or two questions on the same topic.Part 3The examiner and the candidate engage in a discussion of more abstract issues which are thematically linked to the topic in Part 2. The discussion lasts between four and five
34、minutes.The Speaking test assesses whether candidates can communicate effectively in English.The assessment takes into account Fluency and Coherence, Lexical Resource, Grammatical Range and Accuracy, and Pronunciation. More information on assessing the Speaking test, including Speaking Assessment Cr
35、iteria (public version), is available on the IELTS website.HOW IS IELTS SCORED?IELTS results are reported on a nine-band scale. In addition to the score for overall language ability, IELTS provides a score in the form of a profile for each of the four skills (Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking
36、). These scores are also reported on a nine-band scale. All scores are recorded on the Test Report Form along with details of the candidates nationality, first language and date of birth. Each Overall Band Score corresponds to a descriptive statement which gives a summary of the English language abi
37、lity of a candidate classified at that level. The nine bands and their descriptive statements are as follows:9 Expert User- Has fully operational command of the language: appropriate, accurate and fluent with complete understanding.8 Very Good User Has fully operational command of the language with
38、only occasional unsystematic inaccuracies and inappropriacies. Misunderstandings may occur in unfamiliar situations. Handles complex detailed argumentation well.7 Good User - Has operational command of the language, though with occasional inaccuracies, inappropriacies and misunderstandings in some s
39、ituations. Generally handles complex language well and understands detailed reasoning.6 Competent User- Has generally effective command of the language despite some inaccuracies, inappropriacies and misunderstandings. Can use and understand fairly complex language, particularly in familiar situation
40、s.5 Modest User- Has partial command of the language, coping with overall meaning in most situations, though is likely to make many mistakes. Should be able to handle basic communication in own field.4 Limited User - Basic competence is limited to familiar situations. Has frequent problems in unders
41、tanding and expression. Is not able to use complex language.3 Extremely Limited User - Conveys and understands only general meaning in very familiar situations. Frequent breakdowns in communication occur.2 Intermittent User - No real communication is possible except for the most basic information us
42、ing isolated words or short formulae in familiar situations and to meet immediate needs. Has great difficulty understanding spoken and written English.1 Non User- Essentially has no ability to use the language beyond possibly a few isolated words.0 Did not attempt the test - No assessable informatio
43、n provided.Most universities and colleges in the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Canadaand the USA accept an IELTS Overall Band Score of 6.0 - 7.0 for entry to academicprogrammes.7IntroductionMARKING THE PRACTICE TESTSListening and ReadingThe Answer keys are on pages 151-160.Each question in
44、 the Listening and Reading tests is worth one mark.Questions which require letter/ Roman numeral answers For questions where the answers are letters or Roman numerals, you should write only the number of answers required. For example, if the answer is a single letter or numeral you should write only
45、 one answer. If you have written more letters or numerals than are required, the answer must be marked wrong.Questions which require answers in the form of words or numbers Answers may be written in upper or lower case. Words in brackets are optional - they are correct, but not necessary. Alternativ
46、e answers are separated by a slash (/). If you are asked to write an answer using a certain number of words and/or (a) number(s), you will be penalised if you exceed this. For example, if a question specifies an answer using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS and the correct answer is black leather coat5, the
47、 answer coat of black leather* is incorrect. In questions where you are expected to complete a gap, you should only transfer the necessary missing word(s) onto the answer sheet. For example，to complete in the ， and the correct answer is 4morning, the answer In the morning, would be incorrect. All an
48、swers require correct spelling (including words in brackets). Both US and UK spelling are acceptable and are included in the Answer Key. All standard alternatives for numbers, dates and currencies are acceptable. All standard abbreviations are acceptable. You will find additional notes about individual answers in the Answer Key.WritingThe model and sample answers are on pages 161-172. It is not possible for you to give yours