The IELTS sample library
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Writing essays, reports and letters. Speaking answers for every part. Read examples, compare bands and turn what you learn into your own response.
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Academic Task 1
Study reports for charts, tables, maps and processes. Compare overviews, key figures and organisation across bands.
Academic Task 2
Explore essay questions, developed arguments and sample responses. Compare how writers explain and support their positions.
General Task 1
Learn from formal, semi-formal and informal letters. Study purpose, tone and how each bullet point is addressed.
General Task 2
Practise essay structure, clear opinions and supporting examples. Task 2 examples are useful for both Academic and General Training.
Speaking Part 1
Explore answers to familiar questions about home, work, study and everyday life. Learn to extend an answer naturally.
Speaking Part 2
Study cue cards and long-turn answers. Build a clear story with details, examples and a natural ending.
Speaking Part 3
Explore discussion answers with reasons, comparisons and qualifications. Move from personal examples to wider issues.
Learn by band
Compare stronger answers with developing responses to see what changes.
Original model answers show illustrative target bands. Other examples retain source-reported scores. These are learning materials; a written speaking sample cannot demonstrate pronunciation or delivery.