Overview on Reading

• three sections
• 40 questions
• Candidates are expected to read for I understand specific information, main ideas,
gist and opinions.
• Each section contains more than one task type. They include completion, matching,
paragraph headings, True I False I Not Given and multiple choice.
• Each question scores 1 mark and candidates receive a band score from 1 to 9.
• At least one passage contains arguments and/or views. This is usually Section 3.

Tips on Reading
• Skimming and scanning
• Pay attention to the time (15’ – 20’ – 25’)
• Do not try and read every word
• Don’t waste time
• Use key ideas in the question to find the right place in the passage.
• Check how many words you are allowed to use.
• Use words exactly as they are spelled in the passage.
• Check that your answers are grammatically correct.
• Write your answer clearly. If the examiner is not sure what you have written, it will
be marked wrong.
• Do not panic
• Give it all