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question type: matching headings a common type of ielts reading question will ask you to select headings of paragraphs and match them to the paragraphs from a text. this question type requires you to match the heading in the question to the correct paragraph or reading section in the text. there will always be more headings than paragraphs or sections so that some headings will not be used. it is also possible that some of the text may not be included in the task. this task type is used with texts that contain paragraphs that have clearly defined themes. it tests your ability to recognize the main idea in the paragraph and to identify supporting ideas. the question type can be tricky because of the following reasons: the idea is to read a paragraph, and then decide what it's about. imagine you had to describe the paragraph to someone who …
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ings underline or circle keywords in each heading such as names, places, dates, and nouns, once you have read them fully. connecting the correct heading to the appropriate paragraph may become easier with this step. 3.any similarities or differences between the headings should be noted in this type of question, headings are often very similar or completely opposite. similarities and differences will become clearer among the headings, once you have picked out keywords. this will make choosing an option clearer. 4.read the paragraph thoroughly sometimes, but not always, the first sentence of a paragraph might contain the main idea. however, you still need to go through this paragraph. try to understand the main idea, the message the author is trying to communicate. usually there are supporting ideas in the form of examples. they can help you understand the gist of the text. do not confuse between the supporting idea and …
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ugh each heading carefully, by the time you get to paragraph d, e, f, you've probably memorized the headings and you'll be able to find the correct one much faster. as you read each heading, ask yourself, "was the paragraph about this?" if you read carefully enough, you should be able to answer, "yes," "no" or, if it's a tough question, "maybe." if you've got 2 "maybes", then just write both down and come back when you've answered all the other questions; it will usually be clear by then. beware of choosing a heading which contains the same vocabulary as the paragraph. this is usually a trap! step back from the details and think about the paragraph holistically. key problems: tips: cross out each heading in the test booklet as you match it to a paragraph. this will eliminate it from further consideration as you move onto other paragraphs. work …

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question type: matching headings a common type of ielts reading question will ask you to select headings of paragraphs and match them to the paragraphs from a text. this question type requires you to match the heading in the question to the correct paragraph or reading section in the text. there will always be more headings than paragraphs or sections so that some headings will not be used. it is also possible that some of the text may not be included in the task. this task type is used with texts that contain paragraphs that have clearly defined themes. it tests your ability to recognize the main idea in the paragraph and to identify supporting ideas. the question type can …

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