Tips to manage time in IELTS READING 🕑
Skim through the passage🏂
Your Reading test will have 3 different reading passages. You can quickly skim through the entire passage to understand the gist. Do not spend time reading every sentence in detail as this can be time consuming and unnecessary. Focus on headings, sub headings and look for main points that describe the passage. This will help later with finding answers.
Pay attention to the introduction and conclusion🧘🏾
The author's point of view is often expressed in the introduction and conclusion. You can answer most questions correctly when you read these two sections of the reading passage. Skim through the body of the passage after you thoroughly go through the introduction and conclusion.
Identify key words🎯
A key word will help you identify the concept associated with the passage. Identify these key words and underline or highlight them when you skim through the passage. This can help you answer most questions that follow the passage.
Read all questions before you begin answering🤠
Before you begin answering, have a quick look at all the questions first. Remember that questions appear in groups of 3, or 4, or more, so read that group of questions before studying the text. Make sure to highlight the key information words in your questions and since you have already skimmed through the passage and identified key words, it will make it easier to find your answers.
Answer every question ✈️
Remember to answer every question even if you cannot find the answer or option. If you are running out of time, remember that you will not lose a mark if the answer is wrong, so make an educated guess and you may get the answer right.
Check your answers ⛱
Checking your answers can help you improve your IELTS Reading score. Make sure that you answer all the questions and allocate at least 20 minutes for checking. You can use the practice materials available on our website and time yourself to perfection.
The IELTS Reading section can be intimidating for test takers however, prior preparation and time management can make the difference between an average score and a great one.
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