First attempt

Well I never sit or take any kind of test like it before but I decided to take my ielts test to see all things practically, so i just got the form and filled it and deposit fee in bank and drop it to the British council to confirm my seat in the examination center, after few days before test date I got confirmation letter containing candidate number and test center information with timing to arrive, I have to arrive in the examination center before 30 minutes and I did so, I was really prepare for my ielts test as normally people read some stuff, matter with me was different but you should be prepared properly for the test, otherwise it could cost you and would not let to get admission or achieve your goals in life. Anyhow I arrive in time and got my seat in center first of all they give headphones and said to test them for voice clarity or any kind of problem occur in listening, but all was fine and we talk listening test for 30 minutes and then reading module after it writing module, and on very next day I have to appear for interview which is commonly known as speaking, main purpose of it to see either candidate can talk frequently or effectively in English. By the grace of GOD all done greatly and I got over all 6 bands, it was my first attempt without any kind of preparation. And I realize that if you do little effort and concentration regarding to your studies you can score a good band in your test.

Writing tips

While preparing for the IELTS writing module you must keep in mind that, actual purpose of this module to test your vocabulary, to test how to engage in personal correspondence, express opening, complaints during the conversation, express needs and wants along with the likes and dislikes through words. This you have to prove in your first writing task while writing in task two which is more important then the first one and you have to spent about 40 minute on it to prove your ability to justify an opinion, outline the problems and present solution of them, and you have to provide general factual information along with the evidence or arguments required for the statement or topic you are writing on. Either you are writing in General or Academic modules you should use some punch lines which can justify your task or statement. Prepare a statement which you can adjust in all topics and tasks with over all view. So if you forget something to write or unable to prove your ability these lines can defend your writing ability.

IELTS fee

IELTS Test fee is different for different countries so you should contact your nearest British Council office for confirmation, for the year 2010 British council or IELTS conducting bodies increase fee from previous one and now Pakistani candidates have to pay Rs. 12000 PKR either they are taking General Training or Academic Test. You have to complete application form which is commonly available on Standard Charted Banks main branches or you can download it form online registration. Fill out the application form with 2 recent passport size pictures and one copy of your passport page which shows issue date and expiry date along with other basic information about you. From august 2010 IELTS fee for Pakistani candidates is 12000 PKR.

Get the application form from Standard Charted Bank fill it out and attach 2 pictures along with the passport copy and drop it to British Council Box placed in side the bank and you will be called on the date you selected or if its not possible to adjust you in that date then very first coming date will be your test date."subject to availability" The conformation letter could arrive 4 days before the test or near the test date. You will be notified by the e-mail, SMS on your mobile and hard copy of confirmation letter with the venue before test date.

Bring your letter and your identity card or passport with you, which you mention in the application form. Otherwise you will not be allowed to enter in the examination center.

More words

More words

When I use term “more words” I mean by this more vocabulary, mean you have to use many new words in your daily conversation, try to add one word each day in your daily life and use it several time till it doesn’t printed in your brain, then in next day exercise repeat previous words so you don’t forget them and use them fluently while talking with other people. This daily exercise allows you to increase a huge number of words in your conversation and make your talking easy to understand, express your point of view, so other people can get you easily. While taking IELTS writing module you need to use more words to show your vocabulary skills which impress examiners and you can get more impressive score for your results, so always try to use unique and meaning full words in your conversation. Don’t take stress about your little vocabulary because you can increase it with a little effort every day. Learn more words to improve your vocabulary skills…….

Catching the Meaning

Read the following sentences and select the best expression for each:

1. He is always trying to ______________ the boss in order to get a raise, but it hasn't worked yet.

A. kiss up to
B. make ends meet to
C. land a job with

Correct Answer: A

2. If you do some volunteer work for that organization, it might help you ________________ now and help you get a job there when something opens up.

A. put in overtime
B. work your fingers to the bone
C. get your foot in the door

Correct Answer: C

3. Even though the job interview went well, I don't want to ________________ in case they don't hire me.

A. slave away
B. be in line for
C. get my hopes up

Correct Answer: C

Catching the Meaning

Read the following sentences and select the best expression for each:

1. You'd better tell your brother to stop ___________ and start getting serious about his studies.

A. cramming
B. slaving
C. goofing off

Correct Answer: C

2. I thought I really prepared well, but it turns out that I studied the wrong chapters in the book, so I really __________ the test.

A. bombed
B. aced
C. skipped

Correct Answer: A

3. She thought she could handle five difficult classes, but she now realizes she probably _____________________.

A. bit off more than she could chew
B. hit the books hard
C. is a real whiz

Correct Answer: A

Catching the Meaning

Read the following sentences and select the best expression for each:

1. Have you heard from Cindy lately? I haven't talked with her ________.

A. long time, no see
B. in ages
C. in touch

Correct Answer: B

2. I wish we could talk more, but I _______________. My class starts in five minutes, and I don't want to be late.

A. 've got to run
B. 've be up to lately
C. 've put you on

Correct Answer: A

3. You won't believe who I _________ on the way to school. It was your old girlfriend, Marsha.

A. took off
B. gave a ring
C. bumped into

Correct Answer: C

Catching the Meaning

Read the following sentences and select the best expression for each:

1. Let me know if you ____________ an ad for a cheap hotel in New York City.

A. are in the mood for
B. hit the sack
C. come across

Correct Answer: C

2. The trip was a real _____________. A typhoon hit the island, and we were stuck indoors for the entire time.

A. drag
B. cinch
C. sweet

Correct Answer: A

3. If you decide to ____________, don't forget to take a towel so you can dry off.

A. lounge around
B. take a dip
C. hang out

Correct Answer: B