The IELTS reading test is a component of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), which is designed to assess the English language proficiency of individuals who wish to study or work in an English-speaking environment. The reading test assesses a candidate's ability to read and understand various types of written materials in English, such as books, newspapers, and magazines.
The IELTS reading test is a 60-minute test consisting of 40 questions. The test is divided into three sections, with each section containing one long text (usually taken from a book, journal, or newspaper article) and several shorter texts (such as advertisements or infographics). The texts are selected from a range of academic and general interest sources and are designed to test a candidate's ability to comprehend information, ideas, and arguments presented in written form.
Candidates are required to answer a variety of question types, including multiple-choice, sentence completion, short answer, summary completion, and matching information. The test is scored on a scale from 0 to 9, with 9 being the highest score. The score is based on the number of correct answers a candidate provides, and there is no penalty for incorrect answers.