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Band scoresDistinguish “Few” vs “A Few” and “Little” vs “A Little”
Few and A Few are both common quantifiers and are easily confused. While Few means very little, almost nothing, A Few means a little, a little.
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Band scoresHow to Write an Opinion Essay in IELTS Writing Task 2 to Achieve a High Score
Details on how to write IELTS Writing task 2 Opinion will be updated in detail in the following article. Follow along now!
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Band scoresPresent Simple Question Types: Formulas and Usage Guide
There are 2 types of questions in the present simple tense: wh-question and Yes/No question, with different meanings and formulas.
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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!
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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.
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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!
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Band scoresHow to Write IELTS Writing Task 1 - Table Type Based on Scoring Criteria
Detailed instructions on how to write an IELTS Writing Task 1 Table, helping you organize and present data clearly and effectively.
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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.
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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.
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