IELTS Reading Band 9 Formula for True false

IELTS Reading TRUE / FALSE / NOT GIVEN band 9 Formula

✅ IELTS TRUE / FALSE / NOT GIVEN Formula:

3C + 1S™ = Check | Compare | Contradict | Skip & Return

🟠 1. Check the Statement (C1)

→ Understand what the question is really saying.

Break it into subject + action + detail.

🔍 Be careful with words like: all, only, never, always, same, more than...

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🟡 2. Compare with Passage (C2)

→ Use scanning to find the matching part.

Look for synonyms / paraphrased ideas, not exact words.

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🔴 3. Contradict? Confirm? (C3)

→

✔️ If the meaning fully matches → ✅ TRUE

❌ If the meaning is opposite → ❌ FALSE

❓ If it’s not mentioned / extra detail added → ❓ NOT GIVEN

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🟣 4. Skip & Return (S)

→ If stuck, skip the statement and come back later.

Often the answer to Q31 is near Q30 — use that to find the spot.

✅ Now Let's Apply 3C + 1S on a Complex Real-Style Passage

📘 Passage Extract (Science-style):

> A

In a groundbreaking study, researchers observed that octopuses not only use tools, but also engage in playful behavior. One particular behavior included pushing bottles repeatedly with a jet of water. Although this was initially believed to be a form of hunting simulation, further analysis revealed that the octopuses did it without any obvious reward, indicating possible signs of intelligence.

❓ Sample Questions: Apply 3C + 1S

Q1. Octopuses used bottles to imitate hunting their prey.

▶️ C1 – Check: Claim = They imitate hunting.

▶️ C2 – Compare: Text says "initially believed to be hunting simulation, but later found... no obvious reward."

▶️ C3 – Contradict: The idea is rejected by the research.

✅ Answer: FALSE

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Q2. Octopuses used objects without any clear benefit.

▶️ C1 – Check: Statement says – no obvious benefit

▶️ C2 – Compare: Passage says "...without any obvious reward..."

▶️ C3 – Confirmed

✅ Answer: TRUE

Q3. All octopuses are capable of using tools.

▶️ C1 – Check: "All octopuses..." → strong word!

▶️ C2 – Compare: Passage says “researchers observed that octopuses use tools”, not ALL.

▶️ C3 – No info to prove/disprove

✅ Answer: NOT GIVEN

💥 Final Teacher Tip:

Word Traps to Teach as Red Flags

All / None / Always / Never

Same / Only / Best

More than / Less than

When these appear in statements, students MUST double-check the passage carefully!

Now Practice with same: 👇

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✅ PASSAGE 1: Animal Intelligence (Chimpanzees)

> A

Chimpanzees have been observed using sticks to extract termites from mounds, a behavior once thought to be unique to humans. In controlled lab experiments, chimpanzees were also able to use symbols to communicate simple ideas. However, there is no clear evidence that chimpanzees can understand grammar or create complex sentences like humans do.

❓ Questions 1–3

1. Chimpanzees have demonstrated the ability to use tools in the wild.

2. Scientists believe chimpanzees can speak using simple human grammar.

3. Chimpanzees have only been seen using sticks in laboratory settings.

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✅ PASSAGE 2: Reading Habits (E-books vs Physical Books)

> B

Although e-books are convenient, many readers continue to prefer printed books. Studies suggest that physical books lead to better recall and comprehension, especially in academic contexts. However, the environmental impact of printed books remains a concern among publishers.

❓ Questions 4–6

4. Some research indicates that physical books help improve understanding.

5. Printed books are environmentally friendlier than e-books.

6. A large number of readers still enjoy reading physical books.

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✅ PASSAGE 3: The History of Timekeeping

> C

Before mechanical clocks, ancient civilizations used sundials and water clocks to track time. These early devices were not very precise but served basic societal needs. The first mechanical clocks, developed in Europe, greatly improved accuracy but were initially reserved for churches and public spaces.

❓ Questions 7–9

7. Water clocks were more accurate than sundials.

8. Mechanical clocks first appeared in ancient Egypt.

9. Early mechanical clocks were not used in people’s homes.

✅ Answer Key with Explanation (Using 3C+1S™)

Passage 1: Animal Intelligence

Q1. TRUE

✔ C1: Chimpanzees use tools

✔ C2: “Using sticks to extract termites…”

→ ✅ Matches clearly.

Q2. FALSE

✘ C1: Claim = they use grammar

✘ C2: Passage says no clear evidence of understanding grammar

→ ❌ Opposite meaning.

Q3. FALSE

✘ C1: “Only in lab?”

✘ C2: Passage says observed in the wild using sticks

→ ❌ Contradiction.

Passage 2: Reading Habits

Q4. TRUE

✔ C2: “Better recall and comprehension” from physical books.

→ ✅ Clear match.

Q5. NOT GIVEN

✘ C1: Environmentally friendlier?

✘ C2: Passage says environmental concerns exist, but no comparison

→ ❓ Not enough info.

Q6. TRUE

✔ C2: “Many readers continue to prefer printed books”

→ ✅ Confirmed.

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Passage 3: History of Timekeeping

Q7. NOT GIVEN

✘ No comparison between water clocks and sundials

→ ❓ Info missing.

Q8. FALSE

✘ Mechanical clocks were made in Europe, not Egypt

→ ❌ Opposite stated.

Q9. TRUE

✔ C2: “Initially reserved for churches…”

→ ✅ Not used in homes = true