IELTS Reading Practice Test

Practice IELTS Reading online with IELTS Super, featuring numerous exercises covering various question types. You can take mini IELTS Reading tests, IELTS practice tests, and review according to your current level.

Reading

Australian artist Margaret Preston

Time: 20
Number of questions: 13
True/False/Not GivenNote Completion
ArtCulture
Reading

Fishbourne Roman Palace

Time: 20
Number of questions: 13
True/False/Not GivenNote Completion
CultureScience
Reading

How to find your way out of a food desert

Time: 20
Number of questions: 13
True/False/Not GivenNote Completion
HealthGovernmentConsumerTechnology
Reading

What is the secret of a long life?

Time: 20
Number of questions: 13
True/False/Not GivenShort Answer
HealthLifestyleEconomyScience
Reading

Traditional Maori medicines

Time: 20
Number of questions: 13
True/False/Not GivenNote Completion
HealthCulture
Reading

Ensuring our future food supply

Time: 20
Number of questions: 13
True/False/Not GivenNote Completion
Eat and drinkEnvironmentScience
Reading

Happiness? Let’s Redefine It

Time: 20
Number of questions: 13
Note CompletionTrue/False/Not Given
LifestyleHealthSociety
Reading

Climate Change: Could Hydrogen Vehicles Be the Solution?

Time: 20
Number of questions: 13
Note CompletionTrue/False/Not Given
EnvironmentTechnologyEnergy
Reading

The Placebo Phenomenon: Unlocking the Power of Belief

Time: 20
Number of questions: 13
Note CompletionTrue/False/Not Given
HealthScience
Reading

Return to Paradise: The Guns N’ Roses Saga

Time: 20
Number of questions: 13
Note CompletionTrue/False/Not Given
EntertainmentMedia
Reading

Cork

Time: 20
Number of questions: 13
Note CompletionTrue/False/Not Given
EnvironmentConsumerScience
Reading

The Evolution and Significance of Glass

Time: 20
Number of questions: 13
Note CompletionTrue/False/Not Given
ScienceTechnologyCulture
Reading

Autonomous Vehicles and the Transformation of Car Manufacturing

Time: 20
Number of questions: 13
Note CompletionTrue/False/Not Given
TechnologyTrafficScience
Reading

The Risks Agriculture Faces in Developing Countries

Time: 20
Number of questions: 13
Note CompletionTrue/False/Not Given
EnvironmentScienceEconomy
Reading

What is exploration

Time: 20
Number of questions: 13
Note CompletionTrue/False/Not Given
ScienceCultureLifestyle
Reading

The Psychological Role of Humour

Time: 20
Number of questions: 13
Note CompletionTrue/False/Not Given
ScienceSocietyAnimal
Reading

THE DESOLENATOR: HARNESSING SOLAR POWER FOR POTABLE WATER

Time: 20
Number of questions: 13
Note CompletionTrue/False/Not Given
TechnologyEnvironmentScience

IELTS Reading Practice Tips

1

Read the questions first to identify exactly what information to look for.

2

Apply skimming and scanning techniques to locate main ideas and keywords faster.

3

Pay close attention to synonyms and paraphrasing within the text.

4

Manage your time effectively by allocating a set duration for each passage.

5

Never leave an answer blank; make an educated guess if you are unsure.

Common IELTS Reading Mistakes

Reading the entire text from start to finish without a clear strategy.

Spending too much time on a single challenging question.

Overlooking essential keywords within the question stem.

Misinterpreting question types, especially True/False/Not Given.

Choosing answers based on personal knowledge rather than the text.

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Frequently Asked Questions

IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is an English proficiency test that assesses four skills: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. IELTS scores are commonly used for studying abroad, applying for scholarships, jobs, or immigration. IELTS Super offers IELTS practice tests, online mock tests, and level assessments.
If you've never studied for the IELTS before, you should start with an entrance test to assess your current level and estimate your band score. Then, prioritize practicing IELTS tests focusing on your weaker skills first, rather than taking a long test right from the start.
Yes. Taking an online IELTS practice test helps you familiarize yourself with the test structure, the time allotted for each section, and common question types. This experience is quite similar to the real test, especially since you're using a similar interface. However, for significant improvement, you should combine practicing IELTS skills, checking answers and explanations, and then taking a practice test to verify your results.
For beginners, practicing IELTS skills by skill is a more effective way to learn because you focus on your weak areas, instead of trying to do the entire long test right from the start. Once your foundation is better, you can move on to online IELTS practice tests to improve your overall skills and build confidence before the actual exam.
You can start with a simple and easy-to-maintain study schedule:
  • 3–4 sessions/week: practice tests for each skill
  • 1 session/week: take an online IELTS mock test to check your progress
This method allows you to both consolidate your skills and track your progress week by week.