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IELTS is the world's most popular English language proficiency test. These 6 numbers underscore why IELTS can help you get into your dream university.
PreparationSAT, ACT or IELTS – which test do you need?
ACT vs SAT vs IELTS. Here’s what you must know about the different English proficiency tests and which to take for your university application.
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To be able to use the present simple and past simple tenses correctly and without confusion, readers should take a few minutes to follow the following article!
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High-Scoring Sentence Structures for IELTS Writing Task 2
Discover key sentence structures, scoring criteria, and useful tips to write strong essays in IELTS Writing Task 2.
5mins readPreparationWhat Are Linking Verbs? How to Use Linking Verbs and Linking Words in English
Linking verbs in English are used to join incomplete sentences, express opinions or purposes for a certain topic.
5mins readPreparationAdvantages and Disadvantages Essay in IELTS Writing Task 2
Disadvantages Essay Type in IELTS Writing Task 2, written without special characters and formatted for readability and search performance:
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PreparationIELTS Speaking Topic Education Part 1 2 3 Vocabulary and Sample Answers
This article will suggest necessary vocabulary and grammar structures that are perfectly applicable to the topic of Education. Let's take a look with IDP!
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PreparationPopular Topics in IELTS Writing Task 2
This article summarizes common topics in IELTS Writing Task 2 and suggests sample practice questions to help you get familiar with the test format.
5mins readPreparationHow to Write a Discussion Essay and Sample Answer in IELTS Writing Task 2
A step-by-step guide to writing high-scoring discussion essays for IELTS Writing Task 2. Includes a full sample essay, common mistakes to avoid
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Band scoresHow to book IELTS One Skill Retake?
With IELTS One Skill Retake, you can retake one of the four skills to improve your IELTS score. Learn how to book IELTS One Skill Retake here.
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