This lesson focuses on using synonyms to answer True/False/Not Given questions. The text follows a typical theory-evidence structure, which you can use to help you find the information more quickly (see the YouTube video below and a similar Reading text called What destroyed the civilisation of Easter Island?) Intensive practice with True/False/Not Given. Questions 1…
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IELTS Reading: Marie Curie
How a chronological text works (with True, False and Not Given questions) https://youtu.be/JQ_Fxx8WUiM This text is an example of a ‘chronological’ text – it goes in order of time, and this can help you locate the answers more quickly. Watch the video and pause before you answer, or try the TFNG questions below. TRUE it…
IELTS Listening: The history of moving pictures
IELTS Listening Section 4 This Listening practises: Multiple Choice Gapfill Difficulty rating: 9/10 (Yes! My students find this really difficult!) Listen to the podcast explanations here: Questions 31-37 You will hear part of a lecture about the history of moving pictures. Choose the correct letter, A, B or C. The history of moving pictures 31. Some…
IELTS Reading: The story of silk
This Academic Reading is a nice example of how a chronological (organised by order of time) structure can help you find answers quickly. Scroll down for answers and explanations. The Story Of Silk The history of the world’s most luxurious fabric, from ancient China to the present day Silk is a fine, smooth material produced…