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Practice IELTS Reading.

Take an IELTS Reading mock test covering all 9 official question types, with format-specific band scores for Academic and General Training. Instant results with detailed answer review.

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Full-length tests that mirror official IELTS timing and format.

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Test 01

4 modules · Full-length · AI-reviewed

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Test 02

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Test 03

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All 9 IELTS Reading question types

Quick overview of the core formats that appear on test day.

True / False / Not Given

Determine whether statements agree with, contradict, or are not addressed by the passage.

Multiple choice

Select the correct answer from options — tests detail comprehension and inference.

Matching headings

Match the correct heading to each paragraph from a provided list of options.

Matching information

Link specific information to the correct paragraph by its label.

Matching features

Connect statements to named entities — people, dates, theories — mentioned in the text.

Matching sentence endings

Complete sentences by choosing the correct ending from a list of options.

Summary completion

Fill in the blanks in a summary using words from the passage or a provided word bank.

Diagram labelling

Label parts of a diagram, chart, or flow using information from the passage.

Table completion

Complete a table by filling in missing information from the passage.

Reading result report

What your Reading result actually shows

In one quick scan: score conversion, weak zones, and answer evidence.

Band Score

Raw correct answers are converted using IELTS Reading criteria.

  • Academic/General scale auto
  • Raw score + band shown

Passage Breakdown

See exactly where marks drop by passage and question type.

  • Passage-level accuracy
  • Question-type hotspots

Answer Refereces

Each mistake is linked back to source-text evidence.

  • Your answer vs correct
  • Passage location references

How it Works

Complete a timed attempt, submit, and review exactly what to fix before your next test.

01

Read the passages

Work through 3 passages or sections under a strict 60-minute time limit.

02

Answer 40 questions

Tackle all question types — from TFNG to matching headings — across the full test.

03

Review your results

Get your format-specific band score and review every answer against the source passage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about IELTS Reading practice on PrepAsk.

What Is IELTS Reading?

IELTS Reading tests your ability to understand written English in either academic or general contexts. The test includes three passages to be completed in 60 minutes, with a total of 40 questions assessing comprehension, vocabulary, and the ability to identify key information. Regular IELTS reading practice helps you improve both speed and accuracy under timed conditions.

Success in IELTS Reading requires more than fast reading. You need to analyze questions carefully, recognize patterns, and locate answers within complex texts. Many candidates struggle with time management, scanning techniques, and distinguishing between similar answer choices. IELTS reading mock tests help you identify these challenges and develop effective strategies.

Practicing with real exam-style passages allows you to build reading stamina and improve your approach to different question types. With consistent IELTS reading practice tests, you can learn how to handle matching headings, true/false/not given, and summary questions more efficiently, ensuring better performance on test day.

You can practice IELTS reading by solving timed passages, improving skimming and scanning techniques, and reviewing answers to understand mistakes.

The test includes three reading passages with a total of 40 questions.

Question types include multiple choice, true/false/not given, matching headings, sentence completion, and summary completion.

Each correct answer earns one mark, and the total score is converted into a band score.

The reading test lasts 60 minutes with no extra time for transferring answers.

Yes, timed practice tests help increase reading speed and improve accuracy under exam conditions.

Academic reading includes more complex texts, while General reading focuses on everyday materials like advertisements and notices.

Yes, mock tests help you become familiar with question patterns and improve time management.