Practise IELTS Academic Reading with free full-length reading practice tests, answer keys and score guides.
These IELTS Reading materials are designed for students, teachers, tutors and advanced English learners who want realistic exam-style reading practice. Each practice test includes three reading passages and 40 questions, with a separate answer key and score guide.
Use these materials for timed exam practice, classroom lessons, private tutoring, homework or self-study.
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IELTS Academic Reading Practice Tests
Choose a practice test below. For realistic exam practice, set a timer, complete the test without a dictionary, then check your answers using the answer key and score guide.
IELTS Academic Reading Practice Test 1
A full IELTS-style Academic Reading practice test with three passages and 40 questions. Suitable for timed exam practice, classroom use, private lessons or self-study.
Includes:
- Three reading passages
- 40 questions
- IELTS-style question types
- Separate answers and score guide
IELTS Academic Reading Practice Test 2
A second full IELTS-style Academic Reading practice test for students who want more timed reading practice and question-type variety.
Includes:
- Three reading passages
- 40 questions
- IELTS-style reading questions
- Separate answers and score guide
IELTS Academic Reading Practice Test 3
A third full IELTS-style Academic Reading practice test with answer key and score guide. Useful for building reading speed, checking accuracy and practising under exam conditions.
Includes:
- Three reading passages
- 40 questions
- IELTS-style reading questions
- Separate answers and score guide
IELTS Academic Reading Practice Test 4
A fourth full IELTS-style Academic Reading practice test with three passages, 40 questions, answers and a score guide.
Includes:
- Three reading passages
- 40 questions
- IELTS-style reading questions
- Separate answers and score guide
IELTS Academic Reading Practice Test 5
A fifth full IELTS-style Academic Reading practice test with three passages, 40 questions, answers and a score guide.
Includes:
- Three reading passages
- 40 questions
- IELTS-style reading questions
- Separate answers and score guide
How to use these IELTS Reading tests
For best results, use the practice tests under timed conditions.
- Set a timer before you start.
- Complete all three passages in one sitting.
- Do not use a dictionary during the test.
- Write your answers as you go.
- Check your answers after the test.
- Use the score guide to estimate your result.
- Review your mistakes and repeat difficult question types later.
Teachers and tutors can also use these tests for classroom practice, homework, mock exams or reading-skills lessons.
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