Sep 30, 2024
Summary, note or table completion
🔍 Step-by-Step Strategy:
1. Read the Instructions Carefully
Check if the answers come from the passage or a box of options.
Note the word limit (e.g., NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS).
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2. Read the Summary First (Before the Passage)
Get the general meaning of the summary.
Underline keywords or gaps (nouns, verbs, adjectives, etc.).
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3. Predict the Type of Words Missing
Is it a noun, verb, adjective, or number?
This will help you know what kind of word to look for.
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4. Use the Keywords to Locate the Section
Skim the passage to find the section related to the summary.
Use paraphrased synonyms, not just exact words.
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5. Scan and Read in Detail
Once you find the right section, read carefully.
Match the summary with the sentence meaning in the passage.
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6. Check Grammar and Meaning
The answer must fit grammatically into the summary.
Plug your chosen word(s) into the sentence and read it aloud in your mind.
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7. Double-Check the Word Limit
If the instruction says “NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS,” don’t write three.
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🔁 Example:
Summary: “The Eiffel Tower was built in 1889 as part of a _____ to celebrate the anniversary of the French Revolution.”
From the passage: “It was constructed for the 1889 World’s Fair to mark 100 years since the Revolution.”
👉 Answer: World’s Fair ✅
(Fits grammatically and is within the word limit.)
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✅ Tips:
Answers appear in the same order as the summary.
Don’t rely on memory — always verify from the passage.
Practice with real IELTS summaries to sharpen your speed and accuracy.
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Arabic
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