| Rule | Strictly Enforced | |------|-------------------| | Case sensitivity | No, but capitals recommended | | Spelling | Must be correct | | Punctuation | Ignored unless changes meaning | | Articles (a/an/the) | Count as words, include if in text | | Hyphenated words | Count as one word (e.g., “state-of-the-art”) | | Numbers | Can write digits (e.g., 10 not ten) | | Dates | 21st century / 21st century (both OK) |
To excel in the IELTS Reading section, you need a mix of speed, accuracy, and logic. Unlike a casual book, you should treat the test like a treasure hunt for specific keywords. ⚡ Core Strategies for High Scores Skim and Scan Read the title and headings first. Glance at paragraphs for main ideas. Search for names, dates, and numbers. Identify Keywords Circle unique words in the question. Look for synonyms in the text. The text rarely uses the exact question words. Time Management Spend 20 minutes per passage. Don't get stuck on one hard question. Move on and return at the end. Transfer Answers Directly There is no extra time at the end. Write answers on the sheet immediately. 🔍 Specific Question Type Hacks 🟢 True / False / Not Given The text matches the idea exactly. The text states the direct opposite. Not Given: The information is missing entirely.
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