IELTS 18 July 2026 Prediction Booklet

IELTS 18 July 2026 Prediction Booklet

Module 1 – LISTENING (Band 8–9 Complete Revision)

Predicted Level: Moderate

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Predicted Question Types

Part 1

Form Completion..., Note Completion...

Part 2

Map Labelling..., Multiple Matching...

Part 3

Multiple Choice..., Sentence Completion...

Part 4

Notes Completion..., Table Completion...

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High-Probability Listening Themes

Hospital registration..., University orientation..., Museum renovation..., Environmental research..., Business innovation..., Public transport..., Customer service..., Health awareness..., Technology seminar..., Wildlife conservation...

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Universal Listening Formula

Read Questions → Underline Keywords → Predict Grammar → Predict Synonyms → Listen for Meaning → Ignore Distractors → Write Immediately → Check Spelling

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Step-by-Step Method

Read every question before the recording..., Underline names, dates, places..., Predict whether the answer is a noun, number or adjective..., Listen for paraphrases rather than identical words..., Write immediately after hearing the answer..., Review spelling during transfer time...

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Grammar Prediction

Article (a/an/the)... → Singular noun...

Many/Several... → Plural noun...

Much/Amount of... → Uncountable noun...

To + ____... → Base verb...

Be + ____... → Adjective/Past participle...

Very + ____... → Adjective...

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Part-wise Strategy

Part 1

Focus on names..., Numbers..., Dates..., Addresses..., Phone numbers..., Spelling...

Shortcut: Never write until the speaker finishes correcting themselves.

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Part 2

Identify the starting point..., Follow directions..., Watch left/right..., Ignore the first direction if it changes..., Match only after hearing the complete instruction...

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Part 3

Identify Speaker A and Speaker B..., Compare opinions..., Underline differences in options..., Listen for agreement or disagreement..., Eliminate wrong answers...

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Part 4

Read headings first..., Predict vocabulary..., Follow lecture signposting..., Don't panic if one answer is missed..., Move immediately to the next blank...

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High-Frequency Synonyms

Book..., Reserve..., Arrange..., Schedule...

Purchase..., Buy..., Obtain..., Acquire...

Problem..., Issue..., Concern..., Difficulty...

Help..., Assist..., Support..., Aid...

Increase..., Rise..., Grow..., Climb...

Decrease..., Decline..., Drop..., Reduce...

Cheap..., Affordable..., Budget-friendly..., Economical...

Repair..., Fix..., Restore..., Mend...

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Topic Vocabulary

Healthcare..., Appointment..., Consultation..., Prescription..., Diagnosis..., Symptoms..., Treatment..., Emergency..., Clinic..., Vaccination...

Education..., Orientation..., Assignment..., Faculty..., Registration..., Semester..., Scholarship..., Lecture..., Workshop..., Campus...

Business..., Innovation..., Marketing..., Productivity..., Customer satisfaction..., Revenue..., Investment..., Management..., Sales..., Advertisement...

Environment..., Biodiversity..., Conservation..., Renewable energy..., Climate..., Pollution..., Recycling..., Habitat..., Sustainability..., Wildlife...

Transport..., Platform..., Departure..., Arrival..., Reservation..., Timetable..., Fare..., Junction..., Route..., Terminal...

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Signposting Words

Initially..., Firstly..., Next..., Afterwards..., Meanwhile..., However..., In contrast..., Finally..., Overall..., As a result...

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Examiner Traps

Changing answers..., Similar numbers (15/50)..., Similar pronunciation..., Distracting examples..., Singular vs plural..., Wrong spelling..., Similar options..., Double negatives..., Ignoring word limits..., Listening only for keywords...

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Shortcut Strategies

Forms → Predict answer type...

Maps → Follow the speaker only...

Multiple Choice → Eliminate two wrong answers...

Tables → Read headings before listening...

Notes → Predict grammar...

Matching → Wait until the speaker finishes...

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Practice Tasks

Part 1

A patient books a medical appointment.

Complete:

1. Doctor's name __________

2. Appointment time __________

3. Contact number __________

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Part 2

A guide explains a museum map.

Questions

• Where is the gift shop?

• Which gallery is beside Reception?

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Part 3

Two students discuss a research project.

Questions

• Why did they change the topic?

• What is their next step?

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Part 4

A lecture explains renewable energy.

Complete

• Wind turbines reduce __________ emissions.

• Solar panels perform best in __________ climates.

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Band 9 Dos

✓ Predict grammar..., Predict synonyms..., Trust the final answer..., Read ahead..., Check spelling..., Check plural endings..., Keep writing after one missed answer..., Follow word limits...

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Don'ts

✗ Translate mentally..., Depend on exact keywords..., Guess before evidence..., Panic after missing one answer..., Ignore corrections..., Leave blanks..., Forget spelling..., Ignore instructions...

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Final Band 9 Checklist

□ Questions first.

□ Underline keywords.

□ Predict grammar.

□ Predict synonyms.

□ Listen for meaning.

□ Trust corrections.

□ Check spelling.

□ Check plural/singular.

□ Follow word limits.

□ Move on quickly after missed answers.

IELTS 18 July 2026 Prediction Booklet

Module 2 – WRITING & SPEAKING (Band 8–9 Complete Revision)

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WRITING

Predicted Level: Moderate to Hard

Predicted Academic Task 1

Maps..., Process Diagram..., Mixed Charts (Line + Table)...

Universal Formula

Question Analysis...

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Paraphrase Introduction...

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Overview (2 sentences)...

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Body 1 (Main Features)...

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Body 2 (Remaining Comparisons)...

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Proofread...

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Task 1 Introduction Formula

Paraphrase chart type..., Time period..., Units..., Topic...

Avoid copying words directly from the question.

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Overview Formula

At a glance..., Overall..., Broadly speaking..., It is evident that..., The most noticeable feature is..., In contrast...

Never include figures in the overview.

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Body Paragraph Formula

Beginning with the most significant feature..., Compare..., Contrast..., Support with figures..., Group similar data..., Avoid describing year by year...

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Process Diagram Formula

Introduction...

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Overall...

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Initial Stage...

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Middle Stages...

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Final Stage...

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Maps Formula

Introduction...

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Overview...

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Changes in first area...

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Changes in second area...

Compare past and present.

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Task 1 Vocabulary

Illustrates..., Depicts..., Compares..., Represents..., Accounts for..., Constitutes..., Witnessed..., Experienced..., Rose..., Climbed..., Surged..., Declined..., Fell..., Dropped..., Peaked..., Bottomed out..., Remained stable..., Fluctuated..., Overtook..., Exceeded..., Approximately..., Respectively...

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Predicted GT Task 1

Letter Type

Formal Letter...

Likely Questions

Complaint..., Request Action..., Request Information...

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Formal Letter Formula

Dear Sir/Madam...

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Purpose...

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Explain Situation...

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Specific Details...

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Request Action...

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Polite Closing...

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Formal Vocabulary

I am writing regarding..., I wish to express my concern..., I would appreciate it if..., I kindly request..., I would be grateful if..., Please take this matter into consideration..., I look forward to your response...

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Predicted Task 2 Essay Types

Problem–Solution..., Discuss Both Views..., Two-Part Question...

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High-Probability Topics

Climate change..., AI in healthcare..., Tourism management..., Public transport..., Children's screen time..., Renewable energy..., Government investment..., Healthy lifestyle...

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Essay Formula

Introduction...

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Body Paragraph 1

(Main Idea + Explanation + Example + Second Idea + Explanation)

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Body Paragraph 2

(Opposite View / Solution / Second Question + Explanation + Example)

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Conclusion

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Introduction Formula

Nowadays..., It is often argued..., This essay will discuss..., I believe...

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Body Formula

Beginning with the primary reason..., Explain..., Specific example..., Another important factor..., Explain..., Result...

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Conclusion Formula

Overall..., Considering these points..., Therefore..., I firmly believe...

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Essay Vocabulary

Sustainable..., Beneficial..., Cost-effective..., Practical..., Significant..., Efficient..., Accessible..., Long-term..., Environmentally friendly..., Productive..., Innovation..., Infrastructure..., Public welfare..., Community development..., Carbon emissions..., Renewable resources...

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Synonym Bank

Important..., Significant..., Crucial..., Essential..., Vital...

Improve..., Enhance..., Strengthen..., Develop..., Boost...

Problem..., Challenge..., Concern..., Obstacle..., Issue...

Help..., Assist..., Encourage..., Facilitate..., Support...

Change..., Transform..., Adapt..., Modify..., Alter...

Good..., Beneficial..., Valuable..., Effective..., Advantageous...

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High-Level Connectors

Furthermore..., Moreover..., Consequently..., Nevertheless..., However..., Whereas..., In contrast..., As a result..., Likewise..., For instance..., Therefore...

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Examiner Traps

Copying question words..., Missing overview..., Weak examples..., Repeating vocabulary..., Off-topic ideas..., Memorised templates..., Informal language..., No clear opinion..., Poor paragraphing...

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Practice Tasks

Academic Task 1

The maps below show changes made to a town centre between 2000 and 2025.

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GT Task 1

Write a letter to the manager of a hotel complaining about poor customer service during your stay.

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Task 2

Some people believe governments should invest more in renewable energy than fossil fuels.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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SPEAKING

Predicted Level: Moderate

Part 1 (Makkar 1–70)

Work/Study..., Hometown..., Science..., Libraries..., Small Businesses..., Mobile Apps..., Photography..., Weather..., Parks..., Birthdays..., Public Transport..., T-shirts..., Meeting Places..., Art..., Weekends...

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Part 2 (Highest Priority)

A person who solved a difficult problem..., An interesting old building..., A rule you disagreed with..., A memorable celebration..., A useful website..., A time you had to wait..., An achievement you are proud of..., A place that impressed you...

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Part 3 Themes

Artificial Intelligence..., Leadership..., Government Policies..., Urban Planning..., Consumer Behaviour..., Tourism..., Environmental Protection..., Technology..., Education..., Cultural Heritage...

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Universal Speaking Formula

Answer...

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Reason...

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Explain...

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Example...

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Mini Conclusion...

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Part 1 Formula

Direct Answer..., Reason..., Personal Example...

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Part 2 Formula

Who..., Where..., When..., What Happened..., Feelings..., Result..., Lesson Learned...

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Part 3 Formula

Opinion..., Reason..., Explanation..., Example..., Second Reason..., Conclusion...

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Speaking Vocabulary

Innovation..., Productivity..., Responsibility..., Decision-making..., Infrastructure..., Sustainability..., Cultural heritage..., Consumer awareness..., Environmental conservation..., Public facilities..., Leadership..., Collaboration..., Motivation..., Confidence..., Adaptability...

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High-Level Expressions

There is no denying that..., One compelling reason is..., From my perspective..., It is widely believed..., A good illustration of this is..., In the long run..., This ultimately leads to..., On the whole...

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Idioms

Think outside the box..., Break the ice..., On the same page..., Learn the ropes..., Hit the books..., Every cloud has a silver lining..., Once in a blue moon..., Tip of the iceberg...

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Practice Questions

Part 1

Do you enjoy visiting libraries?..., Has technology changed your daily life?..., Do you prefer travelling by public transport?

Part 2

Describe a rule you disagreed with.

Part 3

Should governments regulate artificial intelligence?... Why do cities need more public transport?... Is leadership an inborn quality or a learned skill?

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Band 9 Checklist

✓ Answer directly..., Develop ideas..., Give examples..., Use topic vocabulary..., Vary grammar..., Avoid memorised answers..., Maintain natural pronunciation..., Finish confidently.