- Carefully follow all the test registration procedures
- Know the test directions, duration, topics, question types, how many questions
- Setup a flexible study schedule at least 3-4 weeks before test day
- Study during the time of day you are most alert, relaxed, and stress free
- Maximize your learning style; visual learner use visual study aids, auditory learner use auditory study aids
- Focus on your weakest knowledge base
- Find a study partner to review with and help clarify questions
- Practice, practice, practice
- Get a good night’s sleep; don’t try to cram the night before the test
- Eat a well balanced meal
- Know the exact physical location of the testing site; drive the route to the site prior to test day
- Bring a set of ear plugs; the testing center could be noisy
- Wear comfortable, loose fitting, layered clothing to the testing center; prepare for it to be either cold or hot during the test
- Bring at least 2 current forms of ID to the testing center
- Arrive to the test early; be prepared to wait and be patient
- Eliminate the obviously wrong answer choices, then guess the first remaining choice
- Pace yourself; don’t rush, but keep working and move on if you get stuck
- Maintain a positive attitude even if the test is going poorly
- Keep your first answer unless you are positive it is wrong
- Check your work, don’t make a careless mistake
Top 20 Test Taking Tips – IELTS Exam Secrets
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