Nothing grates more for an English grammarian than seeing an apostrophe used incorrectly – abused some would say! This small mark is often used in written English yet many still stumble on its correct use. Is it really necessary to know how to use it correctly? Rumours of its imminent demise are premature and it still forms an important part of English grammar, so - as well as other IELTS Test tips we provide - IELTS Test candidates wanting to get high band scores do need to learn correct … [Read more...]
How to get higher IELTS Band Scores using linking words and phrases
Students are often disappointed with their IELTS score, wondering why after all the studying they’ve done, they did not receive the IELTS band score 7 they needed. Here’s where Pass IELTS Higher can help – by teaching you easy ways to improve your English techniques for the IELTS Test. 5 Reasons to use Linking in IELTS Writing and Speech One way to improve your IELTS band score is to use linking in your writing and speech. Here are 5 reasons why: Linking your ideas from sentence to sentence … [Read more...]
People Need Your Help – Please Donate!
You have probably all heard about the awful natural catastrophe in the Phillipines - Tropical Storm Sendong. At the time of writing this post over 1000 people - many of them children - died in the carnage caused by the flash floods. That was heartbreaking. Those who survived are now dealing with the aftermath, burying their loved ones clearing up their homes and home town. They face a mammoth task, which is being hampered by disease and water that is undrinkable. They need to get their … [Read more...]
IELTS Task 2 – Obesity
Here is another real example of a marked and corrected IELTS Task 2 essay question. I would like to thank the student, Sabina Khadka, for giving me permission to use it for the benefit of others visiting our website. Use our IELTS writing Essay Assessment Service if you would like to know how you are doing, too. The question and Sabina's unmarked response is presented and this is followed by our assessor's marked and corrected version. Question IELTS TASK TWO (40 MINS) (250 WORDS) In some … [Read more...]
Free Intensive Preparation Reading Lesson for IELTS Academic
Imagine that you are about to take the IELTS Test Academic Module. You have about 4-6 weeks to go before the test date and you need to prepare. You may have taken the test before and not quite achieved the Band Score you needed to pursue your dream - starting a university or college course in the UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand or Australia; or, starting work as a nurse, doctor, dentist or similar professional job in one of those countries. Your English is quite good but you can't quite … [Read more...]
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