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Make sure you familiarise yourself with the questions you might get in IELTS Academic before sitting your test.
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PreparationIELTS Academic Reading free sample questions
Get access to free sample questions for Academic Reading. It’s perfect for improving your English-language skills and prepare for test day.
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Download our free Academic Writing sample question and familiarise yourself with the questions you might get on test day.
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