Cambridge IELTS 1 – 13 Academic & General Training Student’s Book with Answers with AudioCambridge IELTS 1 – 13 Academic & General Training Student’s Book with Answers with

Cambridge Practice Tests for IELTS series (1 – 13), written by experienced IELTS examiners provide IELTS learners with excellent exam practice, including around 50 complete authentic practice tests for the International English Language Testing System examination.

Each edition contains four authentic IELTS examination papers for the Academic module of the International English Language Testing System examination, plus extra Reading and Writing papers for the General Training module. The Student’s Book contains an introduction to the different modules of the exam together with an explanation of the scoring system used by Cambridge ESOL, the different IELTS question types and how to approach them. The inclusion of annotated keys and tapescripts for each test makes the material ideal for students working partly or entirely on their own. The Audio CDs contain listening material for the IELTS listening section in the same timed format as the real IELTS test so that they can reflect the reality of the IELTS exam.

Key features

• Contains nearly 50 authentic IELTS examination papers as a valuable source of exam practice for both Academic and General Training candidates.
• Includes Listening, Writing, Reading answer sheets, answers keys, Listening tapescripts and answers.
• Includes models and samples for all the Writing tasks with examiner comments, and sample candidate Speaking tests, making it suitable for students working partly or entirely on their own.
• Contains a helpful introduction outlining the IELTS format and its scoring, ensuring that students and teachers have a thorough understanding of what is involved in the exam.

 

REVIEWS

By Veronika

These books are truly a comprehensive resource pack which help me prepare better for my IELTS test. I went through all the tests in these 11 books and improved my vocabulary by using Cambridge English Collocation in Use and Cambridge Vocabulary for IELTS. In the end, hard work paid off. I got 7.5 in IELTS and will apply for a scholarship soon.

By Tamar

This resource is suitable for me to study on my own, The books and CD-Rom have a great number of practical exercises which help me familiarize with all the four skills.

By Deneshi

It is very helpful for my studies. I hope Cambridge IELTS continue to publish more editions soon.

By Sophia Tran

I’m glad that I bought this book. I used it for studying for my IELTS exam and I got an outstanding score which is more than I expected to get. I think that the most important thing that helped me is the four complete practice tests on all the sections. I’m satisfied !

Speaking Part (IELTS Materials)

Noise  

1.    What natural sound(s) do you like (the most)? (Why?)
2.    What sounds do you dislike? (Why?)
3.    What sounds remind you of your childhood?
4.    What (kinds of) music do you like the most?
5.    Does your school have any quiet places for studying?
6.    What are some places where there is a lot of noise?
7.    Do you mind noises? (Do any noises bother you?)
8.    What type of noise do you come across in your daily life?

Science  

1.    Do you like science?
2.    What science have you studied?
3.    How do you study science?
4.    What’s the most difficult part of studying science?
5.    How has the science that you have studied helped you?

Pollutions  

1.    Is there anything being polluted in your hometown?
2.    What are the common types of pollutions in the countryside?
3.    What are the causes of those pollutions?
4.    Have you ever done anything to help the environment?

Dream  

   1.  How long can you remember your dream when you wake up?
   2. Do you like hearing others dream?
   3. Do you think dream will affect life?
   4. Do you often have dream at night?   5. Have you had a bad dream before?   6. What was the strangest dream you have had?
   7. What do you usually dream about?

Alone  

1.    When was the last time you were alone?
2.    What do you like to do when you are alone?
3.    Do you wish to have more time alone?
4.    Is it important to have some time alone?

Efficiency  

1.    Do you prefer to study in the morning or in the evening?
2.    Why do some people find it difficult to focus in the morning?
3.    What do you do to improve your efficiency?

Street markets

1.    Do you currently live in a house or a flat/ apartment?
2.    Are street markets common in your country?
3.    What is usually sold there?
4.    Do you think people like street markets? Why?

Sunny Days

Do you like sunny days?

Of course! Who doesn’t? Since I live in an almost constant foggy and rainy place, it’s a special treat when the sun comes out. I suddenly feel a burst of energy and want to go out and explore.

What do you like to do when it’s a sunny day?

I definitely like to spend it outside! I’ll usually call my friends to lie out in the sun on a blanket in one of the city parks, or perhaps even have a picnic. Furthermore, I like to take my motorcycle out for a spin (a short ride) around town since I rarely have this opportunity.

Would you like to go outside when the weather is great?

For sure! I feel like it’s a wasted day if I were to stay in (stay at home).and watch TV or play video games all day. I absolutely want to take advantage of (use for your own benefit) the sun instead. I love sunbathing in the sun to get some color, too!

Are there many sunny days in your hometown?

Very few! London is known to be a rainy, gloomy (dark; depressing)city. It rains or drizzles (light light rain) nearly every day of the year. If it’s not doing this, it’s generally just a gray city. So this is why we’re ecstatic when the some comes out.

IELTS Materials : Housework

Housework

Do you do housework at home?

Yes, I do! Even though I could afford a home, I prefer to do it on my own. I live by myself in a small, studio apartment so it’s easy enough. Actually, I find housework to be relaxing. When I feel stressed, I like the mindless activity (something which doesn’t require hard thinking) of scrubbing the shower, floors, and kitchen cabinets. I really hate sweeping though! I always miss too many spots.

What kinds of housework do you often do?

All of them! I do dishes, dusting, sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing the kitchen and bathroom. I usually do a deep clean every two weeks, but keep tidying up during the week. I have a pet peeve (something that really bothers you) of having a clean bathroom, so I generally do that about once a week.

Did you do housework when you were a child?

Yes, my parents enforced this. They had a rotation chore assignment chart for the 4 of us children every week. We would earn $5 a week for completing them. If we acted up (misbehave), extra chores would be put on (assigned to) us. If we had a special accomplishment, like straight A’s, we would be off chores for a week.

Do you think that children should do housework?

Absolutely! Even if the parents could hire help instead, it teaches children a sense of responsibility and skill. Also, it helps them to not be spoiled ( a person who has too much). When they learn these skills at a young age, they can carry it into their adulthood and be better homemakers.

Do you think that men and women should share housework?

Without a doubt! I don’t believe in these gender stereotypes of only women doing housework. I believe it is the responsibility of both people. Moreover, when they share the responsibilities, it takes the pressure off both of them. However, if one spouse is working all day and the other is at home, I think the one at home should cover the housework.

What kinds of household chores do you dislike doing?

I despise sweeping! Ever since I was a child, I’ve had a poor eye (cannot see well)  for the dirt on the floor. I always tend to miss spots, then later when I mop, it makes a mess! Actually, at my first job in a restaurant, I was banned from sweeping because I did such a poor job!