Before you start learning our reading strategies that have led to 1000s of students scoring 7+ on the exam, please take a diagnostic test so that you can know your strengths and weaknesses. This will allow you to have more focused studying.

Note: Only complete the 3 sections for Test 1. Do not do Test 2 as that is reserved for a Post-Diagnostic Exit Test.


https://takeielts.britishcouncil.org/take-ielts/prepare/free-ielts-practice-tests/reading/academic


Diagnostic Test Individual Links:

https://takeielts.britishcouncil.org/take-ielts/prepare/free-ielts-practice-tests/reading-academic/section-1

https://takeielts.britishcouncil.org/take-ielts/prepare/free-ielts-practice-tests/reading-academic/section-2

https://takeielts.britishcouncil.org/take-ielts/prepare/free-ielts-practice-tests/reading-academic/section-3


Exit Test Answer Key:

https://takeielts.britishcouncil.org/sites/default/files/bc_ac_reading_1_answers.pdf