It's always nice to hear from people who have struggled with IELTS but have been successful in the end. Here's part of a positive message from my Facebook page. I'm sharing it today because the key advice is: don't give up!
"After multiple attempts of taking the exam, I was able to get my needed scores on my 4th try. What's astonishing is I got 7 in writing, my weakest part, after the remarking. I know thousands of people are struggling to get their desired scores but all I can say is 'Do not give up'. There was a time in my life where I said to myself that IELTS is just a business, dreadful and unjust. However, I continued to believe in myself."
(Veyga, Philippines)
Although I hear from lots of people who are frustrated by the IELTS test, I hear from many others who have passed. Keep working and you'll be one of them!
This statement has greatly motivated me! Yup, we should not give up. Just make another try!
Posted by: halley | September 13, 2015 at 09:13
I am one of the victim of this test I done several times
Now I gave up!! Frustrated, cried a lot , now I can't
Bear any more!!
Posted by: Sunee | September 13, 2015 at 10:44
Yes. Never give up and go ahead. I personally have great confidence that my efforts will pay off sooner or later.
Posted by: Tinh | September 13, 2015 at 10:47
I am also frustrated by some people who make us to intimidate to give ielts exam.but we should not fear and give up.nobody born with it (english).go ahead and make target that we have decided. Thanks
Posted by: sajid | September 13, 2015 at 11:57
I came up with a pretty funny phrase today describing candidates failed many times, especially those who are required a comparatively high score - IELTS victims.
Sadly, I happen to be a member of those victims. It's challenging to make improvement in China without an English speaking environment. The only thing I can do is to keep practising with Simon's lessons. I really wish I could pass IELTS as soon as possible.
Posted by: James Z. | September 13, 2015 at 12:43
Thanks a lot! I need to hear that, I'm one of those who face a struggle in the IELTS exam. I did the exam several times but I need a high score which is 7 but I don't think I am able to get it! My weakness is in both reading and listening. Simon I'll be thankful If you give me any advice to improve my reading and listening skills.
Thanks
Posted by: Aula | September 13, 2015 at 14:03
We fail only when we give up :)
Posted by: Tk | September 13, 2015 at 15:34
Dear Simon
I am writing to ask you a piece of advice on reading part. Actually, questions that we have to answer "NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS" or even "NO MORE THAN FOUR WORLDS" which are gaining popularity these days, looks me enough challenging, because it is not clear to me how to answer it. Are we eligible to make any change in the text or we just have to choose a part of the text. Here is two example.
- How often should you clean the coffeemaker?
According to the text the answer is "monthly". But the correct answer is "Once a month", which you can't find in the text.
another example?
- when can you call the company for assistance?
The answer should coming from this part: "if your coffeemaker suffer any type of malfunction, just call our free customer service line at ..., 24 hours a day.
And the correct answer is "anytime". This really make me confused.
Thank you for all your assistance.
Best Regards,
Maryam
Posted by: maryam | September 13, 2015 at 18:03
Dear Simon
I completely agree with Maryam.I came across many times to that problem. Please help us.
Many thanks.
Posted by: saeid | September 13, 2015 at 18:29
I saw an IELTS's poster in a test center. It says ' IELTS opens the door for me', but I think IELTS stop me from achieving my goals.
Posted by: Luke | September 14, 2015 at 02:56
It's really a frastruted process when I am preparing the IELTS test.But I feel much progress in this two aspect. I regard it as an opportunity to improve my English, which will be a part of my life and work.
Posted by: Doona | September 14, 2015 at 02:58
For me, it is simple, by doing this test, I will improve my english as well as increase my knowlege of the west countries, thanks Simon so much!, best regard
Posted by: TUCHIBA | September 14, 2015 at 03:32
Thanks a lot for those encouraging words Mr Simon. It's a real booster for me at this time.
Posted by: Samy | September 14, 2015 at 03:50
hi dear all,
good news , pls go to youtube type the
cambridge ielts 10 , you will find what you need
don't give up , but I will say doing ielts with wisely, trusting / obeying
Cheers
Posted by: good | September 14, 2015 at 04:45
@ Aria, I like your writing , maybe we can exchange opinions by mail
here is my mail :[email protected]
Best wishes
Posted by: good | September 14, 2015 at 04:52
Hi everyone
I am prepairing to ielts exam. I want to pass my exam in January thats why I need a skype partner to improve my speaking ability. I got 4,5 score in speaking section last month. I want to upgrade myself.
My skype adress : altay_aliyev
Posted by: Altay | September 14, 2015 at 07:33
hi, simon, i have a question to ask you. after 2 years and 7 attempts i have finally managed to get 7 in writing but i was shocked to see my result because i got 6 in listening. previously i scored 8.5 four times in listening. i cant believe this because i know my listening part was not that bad. i never scored below 7.5 in all my attempts. should i go for remarking? and another question, does it matter if you write your listening answers starting with capital letters. for example, i wrote Eggs instead of eggs . or School with capital or like this school. thanks in advance.
regards
aqsam shahbaz
Posted by: aqsam | September 14, 2015 at 08:49
Change to PTE TEST it will be easier for some people
Posted by: pte centre | September 14, 2015 at 09:30
I agree with Simon's ideas that IELTS is about vocabulary test. For example, for reading test, I can improve from 6.5 to 8 using the same technique that Simon's suggest. But, studying IELTS is not something that you can learn overnight, it needs months or even a year for me. The key is practice and perseverance. Good Luck guys.
Posted by: herry | September 14, 2015 at 09:39
Sorry Simon, but Im also confused about "the number of + Plural N" and "the numbers of + Plural noun". Which verb we must use after these phrases (plural or singular)
Posted by: Harry Son | September 14, 2015 at 11:11
Hi Simon,is there any mistake regarding grammar or wording from that message left for you by facebook?
Posted by: KK | September 15, 2015 at 09:02
@Maryam
Maryam,where did you see those questions and answers? Which Cambridge IELTS book? 4/5/6/7/8/9/10? From A or G?
Posted by: KK | September 15, 2015 at 09:11
Hi Maryam,
I have the same question as KK - where do those questions come from? In real Cambridge tests, the answer is always in the passage.
...
KK,
Yes, there are one or two little mistakes.
Posted by: Simon | September 15, 2015 at 10:20
thanks for your post. it encourages me so much because I know many people also have the same problem like me.
Posted by: Mai Trang | September 15, 2015 at 11:23
Dear Simon
It is the book name:
EXPLANATORY ANSWERS FOR THE IELTS MODULE TESTS
In general training module, test 1, question 13-14
Also, today, i find another sample, again from one of Baron's book. It is the book name:
IELTS PRACTICE EXAMS
2ND EDITION
Dr. Lin Lougheed
Geneeral training module page 283. Question number 7.
Thank you in advance for your help.
Best Regards
Maryam
Posted by: maryam | September 15, 2015 at 18:06
@Altay , I can practice with you
skype:taiwanjacqueline
Posted by: jacqueline | September 16, 2015 at 08:09
Hi Maryam,
This is the problem with books that aren't the official IELTS books. In the official tests, the answer is always a word from the passage - you never have to use your own words.
Posted by: Simon | September 16, 2015 at 18:59
I have test on 21 july ...but i have doubt abt reading...i practiced from 2 months...but i get around 22 on or above 2o...seldomly.i get 25..if easy wording come..what to do? Plz give me any solution..
Posted by: Mandewo | June 28, 2018 at 17:02