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IELTS Academic and General free practice tests
Prepare for IELTS with these free practice tests and answers for Listening, Speaking, Writing and Reading.

Mastering pacing in the IELTS Reading section
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IELTS preparation tips from 4 of IDP’s IELTS success stories
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