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Band scoresWhen to Use Who and Whose? A Simple Guide to Understanding the Difference
What is the difference between Who and Whose? When to use Who and when to use Whose? Follow the details in the following article of IDP.

How to Add “‑s” or “‑es” in the Present Simple Tense – Easy to Remember
Adding s/es in the present simple tense is basic English theory. Let's learn more in the following article!

Find out why an overview is important in IELTS Academic Writing Task 1
Find out why it is so important to include an overview in your IELTS Academic Writing Task 1.

IELTS Vocabulary: Master the Complete Word List for the Topic of Family
Expanding your IELTS vocabulary on the Family topic will help your Speaking Part 1 test flow more smoothly and naturally. Follow along in the following article.
Band scoresSometime vs Sometimes: Super Easy Usage Guide
Sometime and Sometimes are two words that are easily confused in English. Sometime acts as an adjective or adverb while sometimes is an adverb of frequency.

How to do IELTS Writing Task 1 in line graph format
Line graphs are a common type of chart used in IELTS Writing Task 1 and are a more accessible format to analyse than other chart types.

How to Write a Problem and Solution Essay in IELTS Writing Task 2: A Step-by-Step 4-Stage Guide
Details on how to write IELTS Writing task 2 Problem and Solution will be updated in detail by IDP in the following article. Follow along now!
Band scoresHow to write an IELTS Writing Task 1 bar chart description in just three steps
PreparationGrammar 101: Belief vs. Believe
Because 'belief' and 'believe' are almost homophones (words that sound alike), they are often confused. Here are some tips on how to tell them apart.
Band scoresUnderstanding the IELTS Speaking band descriptors
Prepare for your IELTS Speaking test efficiently by knowing what IELTS examiners are looking for while evaluating your speaking skills.
