Candidates should take care when writing answers on the Listening and Reading Answer Sheets as incorrect spelling and grammar are penalized. Both UK and US varieties of spelling are acceptable. If candidates are asked to write an answer using a certain number of words and/or (a) number(s), they will be penalized if they exceed or do not meet this requirement. For example if a question specifies answer using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS and the correct answer is 'brown leather jacket', the answer 'jacket of brown leather' is incorrect.
In questions where candidates are expected to complete a gap, candidates should only transfer the necessary missing word(s) on to the Answer Sheet. For example if a candidate has to complete 'in the....' And the correct answer is 'afternoon' the answer ' in the afternoon' would be incorrect. Candidates should read and follow the instructions and questions very carefully. In Listening especially, care also should be taken when transferring answers on to the Answer Sheet. More examples of IELTS test material information about the test are available on the IELTS web site: www.ielts.org
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